Azwinhangwisi Edward Nesamvuni holds a PhD in animal breeding and reproduction and is registered as a Professional Natural Scientist specialising in livestock production systems, human capital development and planning, rural development, and agricultural policy. He is driven by a passion for human development, and has previously held various senior posts in South Africa including University Registrar, Deputy Director General at the Department of Agriculture, and Director of Human Capital at the Department of Science & Technology. Over the course of his career to date Azwinhangwisi has authored or co-authored over 120 journal articles, monographs, reports, and book chapters.