Mrs. Queen Phiri

Queen Manthimba Phiri is a Computer Science and Information Systems academic, researcher, technology educator and mentor. She is currently a Part-time Lecturer in Computer Science and Information Systems at the Malawi University of Business and Applied Sciences (MUBAS), where she contributes to teaching, student mentorship, and academic development.

Queen holds an MSc in Information Technology from London Metropolitan University, a BSc in Business Information Technology from the University of Greenwich, and a Postgraduate Diploma in Strategic Business IT from NCC Education, London. She is currently pursuing a PhD in Information Technology - Unicaf University, with a research focus on Artificial Intelligence, Internet of Things (IoT) and emerging technologies.

Her academic and professional interests include Artificial Intelligence, IoT, Industry 4.0, digital transformation, information systems, emerging technologies, digital literacy, and technology education. She is particularly interested in the application of technology to address real-world challenges and support innovation and development.

Beyond academia, Queen is passionate about youth mentorship, women's participation in technology, digital inclusion, and community-based technology education. Through her work in academia and technology initiatives, she is committed to empowering individuals with knowledge and practical digital skills while contributing to the advancement of technology education and research in Malawi.