Mokgadi Phoebe Ramaloko | Economic | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Mokgadi Phoebe Ramaloko | Economic | Best Researcher Award

Phd Researcher at University of Urbino, Botswana.

Dr. Mokgadi Phoebe Ramaloko ๐ŸŽ“ is a passionate researcher from Botswana ๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ผ, specializing in climate change ๐ŸŒ, migration ๐Ÿงณ, and industrial policy ๐Ÿญ. She is completing her Ph.D. in Global Studies: Economy, Society, and Law at the University of Urbino ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น, where her research focuses on Special Economic Zones (SEZs) in Zambia ๐Ÿ‡ฟ๐Ÿ‡ฒ. Dr. Ramaloko holds a Master’s in Asia Pacific Affairs from Taiwan ๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ผ and a Bachelor’s in Finance from Botswana. With international research experience, scholarly publications ๐Ÿ“š, and expertise in data analysis tools ๐Ÿ“Š, she contributes actively to global academic discourse and policy-oriented research ๐ŸŒ.

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๐Ÿ† Sutability For Best Researcher Award – Dr. Mokgadi Phoebe Ramaloko

Dr. Mokgadi Phoebe Ramaloko is highly suitable for the Best Researcher Award due to her outstanding interdisciplinary research spanning climate change, migration, and industrial policyโ€”with a unique focus on Special Economic Zones (SEZs) in Africa. Her academic journey traverses three continents (Africa, Asia, Europe), illustrating global perspective, adaptability, and scholarly depth. With a track record of fieldwork, quantitative research, peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations, and scholarship recognition, she embodies the values of innovative, solution-oriented, and internationally impactful research.

๐Ÿ”น Education ๐ŸŽ“ & Experience ๐Ÿง 

Education ๐ŸŽ“

  • ๐ŸŽ“ Ph.D. in Global Studies (Economy, Society & Law), University of Urbino, Italy โ€“ Thesis on SEZs in Zambia

  • ๐ŸŽ“ Master of Social Science in Asia Pacific Affairs, National Sun Yat Sen University, Taiwan โ€“ Thesis on Chinese SEZs in Africa

  • ๐ŸŽ“ Bachelor of Finance, University of Botswana

Research & Work Experience ๐Ÿง 

  • ๐Ÿ”ฌ Research Assistant, University of Urbino โ€“ Mediterranean student attitude study (2023โ€“2024)

  • ๐ŸŒ Ph.D. Student Exchange, University of Zambia โ€“ Fieldwork & quantitative analysis on SEZs (2021โ€“2022)

  • ๐Ÿ“Š Research Assistant, National Sun Yat Sen University โ€“ Focused on China-Africa investment (2015โ€“2016)

  • ๐Ÿ—‚๏ธ Administrative roles at BA ISAGO University, Fuel In Motion, and BATEP (2011โ€“2015)

๐Ÿ”น Professional Development

Dr. Ramaloko has consistently enhanced her research and analytical skills ๐Ÿ”ฌ through diverse international academic programs and collaborative projects ๐ŸŒ. Her experience spans quantitative and qualitative research ๐Ÿ“Š๐Ÿ“‹, advanced data analysis using SPSS, Stata & Excel ๐Ÿ’ป, and cross-university cooperation across the Mediterranean region ๐Ÿงฉ. She has presented her findings at international conferences ๐ŸŽค and co-authored peer-reviewed journal articles ๐Ÿ“š. Adept with research tools like EndNote, Zotero, and Mendeley ๐Ÿ› ๏ธ, she has also gained administrative and organizational expertise ๐Ÿ—ƒ๏ธ. Her dynamic academic journey bridges Africa, Asia, and Europe, making her a globally oriented, interdisciplinary scholar โœจ.

๐Ÿ”น Research Focus

Dr. Ramalokoโ€™s research ๐Ÿง  focuses on economic development and social transformation through the lens of Special Economic Zones (SEZs) ๐Ÿญ in Africa, especially Zambia and Ethiopia ๐Ÿ‡ฟ๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡น. She explores how SEZs influence industrial growth, employment creation ๐Ÿ’ผ, and policy formation ๐Ÿงพ. In parallel, her growing interest in climate change ๐ŸŒก๏ธ and its intersection with migration ๐Ÿšถโ€โ™€๏ธ broadens her scope into sustainability and human mobility studies ๐ŸŒ. Her work is both policy-relevant and empirically grounded, offering vital insights into regional integration, development economics ๐Ÿ“ˆ, and international cooperation ๐Ÿค.

๐Ÿ”น Awards & Honors ๐Ÿ…

  • ๐Ÿ… University of Urbino Ph.D. Scholarship (2019โ€“2023)

  • ๐Ÿ… IMAPA Scholarship โ€“ National Sun Yat Sen University, Taiwan (2015โ€“2016)

  • ๐Ÿ… Government of Botswana Scholarship โ€“ Undergraduate Studies (2007โ€“2010)

Publication Top Notes

๐Ÿ“„ Title: China-Zambia engagements: is there change, what has changed and why?
โœ๏ธ Authors: G. Hampwaye, P. Carmody, P.M. Ramaloko
๐Ÿ“˜ Journal: Journal of Contemporary East Asia Studies, Vol. 12, Issue 1, pp. 179โ€“198
๐Ÿ“… Year: 2023
๐Ÿ”— Cited by: 1ย 
๐Ÿ” Abstract: This paper examines the evolving nature of Chinaโ€“Zambia relations, focusing on political, economic, and infrastructural engagements. It explores whether these engagements have undergone significant transformation, what specific changes have occurred, and what factors have driven these shifts. The analysis considers both Zambian agency and Chinese strategic interests within the broader context of Africaโ€“China relations.

๐Ÿ”š Conclusion

Dr. Ramalokoโ€™s research excellence, global academic mobility, and dedication to development-focused scholarship make her a standout candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Her work not only advances academic discourse but also offers practical solutions for pressing global challenges. She exemplifies the award’s criteria through innovation, policy relevance, cross-cultural competence, and academic rigor. ๐Ÿ…โœ