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Datika is more than just a showcase of our work – it’s a thriving community where you can engage with the content, expand your knowledge, and connect with others in the fascinating world of statistics and R. Meet the people that make datika up and running!

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Mr. Masumbuko Semba

Role: Mentor

Semba works at the Nelson Mandela African Institution of Science and Technology. He use programming language like R and Python to manage and analyse data and report using Web Applications, Website or blogs. Semba also design graphics and automate plots, maps for static and interactive document.

lugosemba@gmail.com | +255 717 603 703

Ms. Nyamisi Peter

Role: Mentor

Nyamisi works at University of Dar es Salaam. She is phytoplankton exeprt using earth observation data and automate data acquisation, process, analyse. She is excellent in using quarto that combine R codes and text to automate generation of technical documents in word, pdf or html formats.

nyamisip@gmail.com | +255 717 516 711

Mr. Kassim Said

Role: Mentee

Kassim is an accountant and financial analyst. He works as an accountant at Letshego Faidika Bank and as a financial consultant at Asasi ya Uwezeshaji Tanzania under the USAID Heshimu Bahari Project.

kassim.salum@asuta.or.tz | +255 743 956 226

Mr. Kessy Revocatus

Role: Mentor

Kessy Revocatus is a mathematician current teaches at Hannah Bennie Schools School. Recognizing the role of data in driving business, he is learning R programming to automate data analysis, model and reporting.

kessyluhegaa@gmail.com | +255 711 396 392

Mr. Barakael Matulu

Role: Mentee

Barakael works on the USAID Heshimu Bahari Project. He is an aquatic ecologist with interests in marine resources management and climate change issues. Recently, he has also developed an interest in automating data acquisition, processing, analysis, and reporting in R, as well as graphic design.

bmatulu@gmail.com | +255 716 349 126

Mr. Emmanuel Mpina

Role: Facilitator

Emmanuel is working as the MSP Coordinator for The Nature Conservancy in the United Republic of Tanzania. He provides technical support and implementation of the Africa Ocean Protection and Resilience Strategy, collaborating closely with various internal teams. Emmanuel oversees and manages the implementation of The Nature Conservancy’s national Blue Economy and MSP agenda in Tanzania.

emmanuel.mpina@tnc.org | +255 758 327 749

Ms. Amina Kibola

Role: Mentee

Amina works at National Environment Management Council. She has academic background in ecohydrology and natural resources management, coupled with research experience. Working in the field of environment where role of data in policy development is crucial for informing decision, I have developed interest in learning R programming to be able to automate data; process; analyse and reporting in R.

amina.kibola@nemc.or.tz | +255 784 368 987

Mr. Juma Charles

Role: Mentee

Juma Charles works at TANESCO as land surveyor. He uses tools like Excel, ArcGIS Pro, and AutoCAD to transform spatial data into information. Currently, he’s expanding his expertise by mastering R to enhance his career capabilities.

charlesjuma85@gmail.com | +255 783 293 841

Mr. Amon Xanda

Role: Mentee

Amon has a strong background in GIS from various sectors such as forestry and health. Currently, he works as a Marine Spatial Planning Scientist at TNC, using his GIS expertise to drive impactful projects for marine conservation. He is actively looking to expand his skills by exploring the potential of R for advanced data analysis and visualization.

xxxx@gmail.com | +255 684 044 789

Ms. Elika Kileo

Role: Mentee

Elikananyi Kileo, a medical doctor at Kibada Health Centre, has an interest in paediatrics and child health. Recently, she has also developed an interest in automating data, processing, analysis, and reporting in R

elikananyikileo1@gmail.com | +255 756 048 083

Mr. Hilary Mkai

Role: Mentee

Hillary is contributing to the USAID Heshimu Bahari project under ASUTA. He’s on a journey of discovery, mastering R to enhance his skills in data management and analysis. With an eye on the web development horizon, he’s gearing up to tackle data challenges head-on, making every click and scroll count.

mkaihillary01@gmail.com | +255 738 238 530

Mr. Humphrey Mahundi

Role: Mentee

Humphrey Mahudi, a Senior Marine Conservation Warden with MPRU’s research and monitoring department in Tanga Coelacanth Marine Park, collaborates in biodiversity assessments using environmental DNA (eDNA). He seeks to enhance his R skills to further his work and research efforts.

xxxxxxxxxx@gmail.com | +255 716 196 131

Ms. Kulwa Mtaki

Role: Mentee

Ms. Kulwa Mtaki serves as a Marine Conservation Warden at the Marine Parks and Reserves Unit in Tanzania. Her expertise lies in fisheries and aquaculture, marine ecosystem monitoring, and data management and analysis using R-program.

mtakikulwa@yahoo.com | +255 759 226 268

Mr. Kaijage Laurian

Role: Facilitator

Kaijage Laurian, an Ecological Data Manager at Mwambao Coastal Community Network. With background in R for data-driven decisions, Kaijage seeks to integrate machine learning and artificial intelligence into ecological researches.

kaijagelaurian25@gmail.com | +255 654 592 215

Mr. Paschal Mkongola

Role: Mentee

Paschal works at Marine parks and Reserves. I have also developed an interest in automatic data, Processing, analysis and Reporting in R, as well as graphic design, career capabilities.

paschalmkongola@gmail.com | +255 752 918 484

Mr. Samson Job

Role: Facilitator

Samson Job is an aquatic scientists whose interest revolves around climate changes issues and aquatic pollution. To overcome these challenges, he is advancing his skills using R to facilitate data-driven and evidence-based policy making in combating the problems of aquatic pollution and climate changes.

samjob4321@gmail.com | +255 767 525 022

Mr.Stephano Semba

Role: Mentee

Stephano Semba is employed by the Tanzania Forestry Service (TFS) as a Forestry Conservator. Understanding the importance of programming, I have dedicated myself to acquiring knowledge in data science, report writing, and spatial analysis to address the challenges in conservation.

xxx@gmail.com | +255 677 250 711

Mr. Gabriely J. Namate

Role: Mentee

Namate is employed at Pangani District Council as a Fisheries Officer and Aquaculture Specialist. Recognizing the power of R programming in data, he decided to learn and acquired necessary skills for statistical analysis, plotting, and sharing the finding.

xxx@gmail.com | +255 654 989 271

Mr.Shadrack Nyanda

Role: Mentee

Shadrack Nyanda is a dedicated Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) practitioner passionate about using R programming for data computation, analysis, and image generation. With a focus on data manipulation and visualization in the context of health, safety, and environmental fields, Shadrack aims to drive efficiency and promote safety and sustainability.

sylivestershade@gmail.com | +255 744 034 000

Ms. Joyceline David

Role: Mentee

I’m Joyceline Gonsalves, an assistant lecturer at the university. I am now doing my PhD at the University of Newcastle in the United Kingdom, where I am researching biological control (entomopathogenic fungi and bacteria) as part of an IPM approach for Tuta absoluta.

gonsalvesjoyceline@gmail.com | +44 7909 858960

Mr. Zac Maritime

Role: Facilitator

Zac manages the blue economy (oceans for business) in the Western Indian Ocean for The Nature Conservancy (TNC). Before that, he worked on using maps and data for conservation across Africa at WWF. He’s an expert in planning how we use the ocean sustainably, environmental protections, and land/sea surveying.

xxx@gmail.com | +254 721 671642

Ms. Edina Godfrey Swai

Role: Mentee

Ms. Edina works as the Seascape coordinator for Asasi ya Uwezeshaji Tanzania (ASUTA) under the USAID Heshimu Bahari Project, based in the Mtwara Seascape (Mnazi Bay~Ruvuma Estuary Marine Park). She has experience in climate change adaptation and mitigation, as well as expertise in natural resource management, environmental management, and conservation. She is currently participating in an R programming session with the primary aim of learning modern techniques in data analytics and computation.

xxx@gmail.com | +255 768 486 385

Mr. James Lusana

Role: Mentee

James Lusana, an Assistant Lecturer at the University of Dar es Salaam, is researching catfish in Lake Tanganyika for his PhD. He uses advanced imaging techniques to study their physical traits and analyzes their diet and genetics to understand their ecological role and evolution. His work aims to uncover how these fish have adapted and diversified in their environment.

xxx@gmail.com | +255 768 310 668

Mr. KELVIN KARISTO

Role: Mentee

With a background in transport and logistics at SAMEKI COMPANY LTD, he is taking a proactive approach to his professional development. Recognizing the increasing importance of data analysis in his field, he’s currently engrossed in learning R programming.

xxx@gmail.com | +255 713 363 510

Ms. Swaumu Haruna

Role: Mentee

Ms Swaumu Haruna, a has a bachelor’s degree in environmental science and management from Sokoine University of Agriculture. She is currently learning R programming to enhance her skills in data analysis, statistical computation, and data visualization. She aim to leverag coding to automate data analysis and generate data-driven solutions for environmental matters.

xxx@gmail.com | +255 627 851 120

Mr. Ekumbi Boniphace

Role: Facilitator

Ekumbi Boniphace is currently working on the project, where he is responsible for promoting schools in Tanzania. He utilizes various tools such as ArcGIS, Kobo, and Adobe Photoshop to carry out his tasks. Recently, he is expanding his skill set by learning R and Python for data processing, analysis and reporting.

ekumbiboni@gmail.com | +255 716 494 125

Ms. Maria Pentzel

Role: Mentee

Ms. Maria Pentzel, Marine Conservation Warden at Marine Parks and Reserves Unit (MPRU). Her expertise lies in fisheries, aquaculture and Marine Spatial Planning. Seeking to enhance her skills in data analysis.

xxx@gmail.com | +255 782 702 024

Mr. Daniel Mallya

Role: Mentee

Daniel Mallya a Marine Community Conservation Warden with MPRU in Mafia Island Marine Park I’m current in R programming session with Prime aim to learn modern techniques in data analytic and computation

johndan818@gmail.com | +255 679 942 386

Mr. Alex Peter Rubekie

Role: Mentee

Alex is an Assistant Lecturer working at the Institute of Marine Sciences of the University of Dar es Salaam. Alex has experience of using programming languages like STATA and R to explore and analyse data . Recognizing the power of data analysis in digital age, Alex is expanding his skillset by learning modern technique to manage, manipulate, visualize, analyse and model data using tidyverse and story-telling data by rendering findings through blog, website, report and presentation with Quarto.

alexpeter281@gmail.com | +255 679 942 386

Mr. Alex Peter Rubekie

Role: Mentee

alexpeter281@gmail.com | +255 679 942 386