Staff Profile

Dr. DAVID TOTTINANT MAKOTA

Assistant Lecturer

About MAKOTA

Dar Es Salaam Campus

Department Of Computer Science

david.makota@ifm.ac.tz

Block A . Sixth Floor . 605


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Specializes in artificial intelligence, machine learning and data science applications across sectors to enhance decision-making, innovation and institutional performance. Serves as Coordinator for Collaborative Activities (Faculty of Computing and Mathematics), fostering partnerships with local and international universities, research institutions and industry stakeholders. Holds a PhD in Computer and IT Systems Engineering from the University of Dar es Salaam, with research focused on big data analytics and ensemble machine learning for intelligent fault prediction and decision support in smart grid systems. Professional interests integrate academic research with applied consultancy, focusing on data-driven insights, predictive analytics and digital transformation. Current work contributes to advancing capacity building, innovation ecosystems and sustainable development through applied AI and analytics. Read More

LIST OF PUBLICATIONS FROM MAKOTA

Year

A Proposed Secure Hybrid, Hierarchical Communication Architecture to Facilitate Fault Prediction in SDPN

Makota, David · Bitebo, Ally · Chugulu, Gogfrey · Simba, Fatuma

2021

Fault Detection and Monitoring in Secondary Electric Distribution Network Based on Distributed Processing

Makota, David · Mvungi, Nerey · Kawambwa, Shamte · Mwifunyi, Rukia · Gilbert, Gilbert · Mnyanghwalo, Daudi

2018

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