1. Could you please explain your scientific background in a couple of words?
I have been working as a hydrologist under the Directorate of Water Resources Management within Namibia’s Ministry of Agriculture, Water and Land Reform for over 8 years. I have a strong foundation in Water Resources Management, with expertise in areas such as transboundary cooperation, water quality monitoring, and pollution control, among others. I hold a Master’s degree in Water Resources Management and an Honours degree in Chemistry and Geology. In addition to my professional endeavours, I also served as a part-time lecturer at the University of Namibia under the Department of Environmental Science.
2. What made you apply for this position?
I am here as a PhD student conducting research within the scope of the Co-HYDIM-SA project, under the supervision of PD Dr. Luna Bharati, who leads the Research and Education Division at ICWRGC. Of course, I am very glad for this opportunity to engage, connect, and network with global experts across various disciplines. The Centre is well known for its global reputation in advancing sustainable water management, particularly through research, data-driven decision-making, and capacity development. Being part of this environment presents a valuable opportunity for me to collaborate on international water issues and enhance my expertise in tools like WEAP for transboundary basin planning, an area closely aligned with my PhD research on the Cuvelai-Etosha Basin, Namibia.
3. What are your main responsibilities at ICWRGC?
My main responsibilities involve contributing to ongoing research under the Co-HYDIM-SA project, particularly focusing on the development and application of the WEAP model for water planning and allocation scenarios in the Cuvelai-Etosha Basin.
4. What do you expect from your time at ICWRGC?
I hope to deepen my technical and analytical skills in water resources modelling, gain insights into global and regional water governance frameworks, and build long-term collaborations with experts in the field. I also see this as an opportunity to grow academically and contribute meaningfully to water sustainability efforts both in Namibia and elsewhere in the world.
