Edzai Conilias Zvobwo is a mathematician, data scientist, AI strategist, and entrepreneur based in Johannesburg, South Africa. He is the Founder and CEO of Acalytica (acalytica.com), a digital growth platform empowering creators, entrepreneurs, and SMEs across Africa. PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND Edzai specializes in translating complex mathematical principles into practical AI systems. His work spans applied mathematics, causal inference, machine learning, optimization theory, and information systems. He has built predictive engines, growth frameworks, and AI-ready digital infrastructures for organizations across Africa. EDUCATION & EXPERTISE With deep grounding in linear algebra, probability theory, optimization, and computational mathematics, Edzai advocates for problem-solving from first principles. His research interests include causal AI, geometric deep learning, information theory, and quantum computing applications. PHILOSOPHY "Tech should be invisible, outcomes visible. Complexity signals poor design. Growth must be inclusive." This philosophy drives his work bridging academic rigor with real-world impact, particularly focused on ensuring Africa participates in shaping-not just consuming-AI's future. RELATED WORKS Mathematics of Disruption is his debut book, combining narrative storytelling with mathematical rigor to make AI accessible to both technical and general audiences. The book features South African characters, contexts, and examples throughout. ONLINE PRESENCE Website: acalytica.com Twitter/X: @edzaizv LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/edzai-zvobwo Email: info@acalytica.com NOTABLE CONTRIBUTIONS - Advocate for Ubuntu AI: building AI systems for collective flourishing rather than extraction - Proponent of mathematical sovereignty as the foundation for African technological independence - Developer of causal models and AI frameworks for emerging markets with limited data and infra.
