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Overview
Ephias Ruhode is a Lecturer in Unversity of the West of Scotland's School of Business and Creative Industries. He is an Information Technology and qualified Business Model Innovation and Research professional with more than 27 years of work experience. His research interests are: Internet and Social Innovation, Web3 & Social Commerce, Digital Transformation, Disruptive Technologies, Social & Digital Society, Technology for Sustainable Development. Previously he held position of Associate Professor of Digital Business at University of the Witwatersrand's Wits Business School. Prior to joining Wits University, he was Associate Professor of Transdisciplinary Studies in the Informatics and Design Faculty at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology.
External positions
Adjunct Professor, Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being -
SDG 10 Reduced Inequalities
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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From challenge to consensus: pathways for inclusive growth in Africa
Ruhode, E. & Omeihe, K. O., 31 Jan 2026, World Policy Research, 26, 1, p. 1-20 20 p.Research output: Contribution to specialist publication › Article
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Impact of digital technologies on employment patterns in developing economies: a Kenyan study
Kilaku, F. W. & Ruhode, E., 2025, In: International Journal of Managing Information Technology. 17, 3, 13 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Optimising knowledge management practices for improved collaboration in disaster response
Matekenya, T. & Ruhode, E., 18 Mar 2025, In: The Journal for Transdisciplinary Research in Southern Africa. 21, 1, 10 p., a1509.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Adoption of library information systems using the technology acceptance model: a South African study
Tevera, C. M. & Ruhode, E., 30 Nov 2024, In: International Journal of Managing Information Technology. 16, 3/4, 15 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Past practices, current debates and disputes: future engagements and opportunities regarding digital transformation for sustainable development
Davison, R. M., Díaz Andrade, A., Bailey, A., Ruhode, E., Walsham, G., van Belle, J. P., van Biljon, J., Wakunuma, K., Park, K. R., Joia, L. A., Thomas, M., Frasheri, N., Wall, P. J., La Rovere, R. L., Masiero, S. & Karanasios, S., 27 Jan 2024, Current Directions in ICT and Society - IFIP TC9 50th Anniversary Anthology. Leslie, C. & Kreps, D. (eds.). Cham: Springer Nature, p. 43-58 16 p. (IFIP Advances in Information and Communication Technology; vol. 700 IFIP).Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › peer-review
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Prizes
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Cape Peninsula University of Technology: 2021 Research Excellence Award: Postgraduate Supervision
Ruhode, E. (Recipient), 2021
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)