Our Team
HIASWANA is led by volunteers from health, ICT, academia, and development partners who are passionate about using data and technology to improve health.
Leadership & Coordination
Current HIASWANA office bearers.
Dr. Kagiso Ndlovu
PresidentDr. Kagiso Ndlovu is a Digital Health and Health Informatics expert with over 15 years of experience in eHealth, telemedicine, and digital health transformation. He currently heads Research Information and Data Management at the University of Botswana, chairs the Botswana Digital Health Technical Working Group, and has led national digital health initiatives, research, and capacity-building programs.
Dr. Benson Ncube
Vice PresidentDriven by innovation and technology leadership, I develop solutions that transform organisations and improve lives. With over 30 years of experience across engineering, telecommunications, ICT, cybersecurity, digital transformation, and healthcare innovation, I have led complex technology initiatives that enhance efficiency, service delivery, and performance.
Dr. Kabelo Leonard Mauco
Secretary GeneralDr Mauco has an MSc in Applied Microbiology and a PhD in Telehealth (University of KwaZulu-Natal). An avid e-health researcher with research interests focused on creating evidence and policies to guide the implementation of e-health in developing countries. He also currently serves as a reviewer for the Journal of Medical Internet Research.
Star Chibemba
TreasurerStar Chibemba is a Health Information and Informatics Specialist with 8+ years of experience driving digital transformation, Information management systems implementation and optimization, data governance in high-volume healthcare institutions. Star currently coordinates Health Informatics activities at Sir Ketumile Masire Teaching Hospital.
Fiona R. Kesalefa
Additional MemberAn Information Management Specialist with expertise in Archives and Records Management, Digital Health, Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E), and Health Records. She has a comprehensive understanding of data stewardship and health information systems in Botswana landscape.
Ogone Zeriua
Additional MemberOgone Zeriua, with a strong background in computer systems engineering, digital health, and health information systems, is committed to advancing digital transformation in healthcare and higher education. Her research interests include health information systems, digital health, artificial intelligence in healthcare, telemedicine, health data analytics, and technology adoption in healthcare.
Mpho Mokhure
Admin SecComputer Scientist and Health Informatics Specialist with experience driving digital health initiatives and IT solutions in Botswana. I specialize in EMR systems, DHIS2, data quality management, and digital health project implementation.