A renowned academic at the University of Port Harcourt, Prof. Chioma Blaise Chiikere, has been named the Microsoft ElevateHer Winner of the Week — a Pan-African honour recognising women driving groundbreaking innovation in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and technology across the continent.
The prestigious award is presented in partnership with Women in Tech and ABSA Bank South Africa, under the ElevateHer Programme on AI and Technology, powered by the 10th Vice-Chancellor of the University of Cape Town, Professor Mamokgethi Phakeng. The initiative highlights and empowers exceptional African women making notable advancements in the tech ecosystem.
Prof. Chiikere’s recognition highlights her remarkable contributions to scientific research and technology-driven solutions. It also further places the University of Port Harcourt on the global map as a centre of excellence and innovation.
Beyond this latest achievement, Prof. Chiikere currently serves as Professor Extraordinarius at the Department of Environmental Sciences, University of South Africa (UNISA), reflecting her expanding influence and strengthened academic collaborations across Africa’s higher education landscape.
