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Clifford Odimegwu
Clifford Odimegwu is a leading African demographer and Professor of Demography, Social Statistics, and Population Health at the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg. His research focuses on fertility, population health, and social determinants of well-being, with over 200 publications to his name. He is editor of The Routledge Handbook of African Demography and actively supports capacity strengthening across Africa through mentorship, training, and research leadership. Professor Odimegwu’s work continues to shape demographic scholarship and policy across the continent.
Pedzisai Ndagurwa
Pedzisai Ndagurwa is a Senior Lecturer in Demography and Population Studies at the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg. Holding a Ph.D. from Wits, his research focuses on fertility transitions, household structures, and quality of life in sub-Saharan Africa. Proficient in both quantitative and qualitative data analysis tools, Dr. Ndagurwa has contributed to numerous publications and international conferences, including the 2024 ISQOLS conference. His work provides valuable insights into the socio-demographic dynamics shaping African communities.
