Professional Summary

Dr. Khethobole Cassius Sekgota is a distinguished researcher specializing in water treatment technology and polymer chemistry. With a PhD in Synthetic Medicinal Chemistry from Rhodes University, he brings extensive expertise in research, development, and implementation of water treatment solutions.

Research Focus

Currently at Rand Water Institute, Dr. Sekgota conducts strategic research focused on improving water treatment processes and developing innovative solutions for water quality enhancement. His work involves identifying emerging business risks and developing intellectual properties for water treatment technologies.

Academic Background

His academic journey includes a PhD in Synthetic Medicinal Chemistry (2015-2019), where he focused on developing novel heterocyclic systems for HIV-1 enzyme inhibition. This foundation in medicinal chemistry has equipped him with valuable analytical and research skills that he now applies to water treatment technology.

Language Proficiency

Dr. Sekgota is multilingual, fluent in Sepedi, English, Setswana, Sesotho, Zulu, and Xhosa, enabling effective communication across South Africa's diverse communities.

Research Impact

His current research involves collaborations between Rand Water Institute and the University of Pretoria, focusing on developing cost-effective polymer-based solutions for water treatment. He has presented his findings at international conferences, including the IWA World Water Congress in Copenhagen.

Leadership Experience

Beyond his research work, Dr. Sekgota has demonstrated strong leadership capabilities, having served as the Department of Chemistry Postgraduate Chairperson at Rhodes University and holding various student leadership positions. He was recognized with the Investec-Rhodes top 100 student leadership award in 2017.

Teaching and Mentorship

Throughout his career, Dr. Sekgota has maintained a strong commitment to education, having supervised multiple honors students and served as a senior phase mathematics and science teacher. His experience includes tutoring roles in pharmaceutical and general chemistry.

Current Projects:

At Rand Water Institute, he leads research initiatives focused on:

• Development and commercialization of intellectual properties
• Strategic partnerships with research institutions
• Risk-based research for water treatment improvement
• Implementation of innovative water treatment technologies