Dipuo Motshwari

Dipuo Motshwari is a biomedical scientist and Senior Scientist at the South African Medical Research Council. Her research focuses on genetic and epigenetic drivers of chronic kidney disease (CKD) and related non-communicable diseases among African populations, with the aim of developing affordable, population-specific tools for early detection and prevention. She is part of the CKD in Africa Collaboration, manages a research biobank, and chairs the African Federation of Clinical Chemistry Young Scientists Task Force, supporting capacity building and collaborations across the continent.

“I aspire to become a scientific leader conducting research in Africa for African people, tackling challenges unique to Africans, advancing science that is equitable and impactful, and fostering meaningful collaboration with researchers and stakeholders across disciplines.”

Dipuo Morshwari is a part of the Falling Walls Female Science Talents Intensive Track 2026.