Specialist and established researcher in Animal Genetics and Genomics. Research in the characterization, sustainable utilization and conservation of livestock genetic resources and involves the application of genomics in unraveling the genetic diversity and adaptive features associated with livestock species from marginalized environments. Passionate about investigating how the genetic diversity and adaptation can be harnessed in mainstream agriculture. Involved in capacity building through postgraduate student training. Mentor and supervisor of Mscs and PhDs students and Postdoctoral fellows. Research highlights include optimisation and establishment of genomics research in smallholder low-input agricultural production systems.