Shaping Africa

EP 19 From Struggle to Impact - The Story of Cyber Security Specialist Dr. Bright Gameli

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On this episode, I am joined by Dr. Bright Gameli Mawudor a Cyber Security Specialist and Leader with a remarkable life story. Below are the highlights of our conversation: 

  • His journey to South Korea to pursue his masters and doctorate degrees
  • The struggles of being an international student in South Korea (integrating into social life, encountering racism and the stress of trying to make a living as an international student)
  • The challenges he faced in getting professional placement and building a career
  • The rigor of graduate school in S. Korea and how African universities could do better in instilling a research culture in academia
  • His commitment to building cybersecurity talent on the African continent through Africa Hackon and how he gives back through mentorship
  • Balancing family and the demands of being a mentor and thought leader
  • His social media presence and how he hopes to provide inspiration to others
  • His hope for the African continent particularly in research and thought leadership

    • So grateful to Bright for sharing his journey so openly. Be sure to follow him here on Instagram and on LinkedIn to stay plugged in on all Bright is up to as he continues to make an impact in Africa's cybersecurity and technology industry.

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