Wasswa Shafik (Member, IEEE) is a Computer Scientist, Information Technologist, and Educator, serving as Research Director at the Dig Connectivity Research Laboratory (DCRLab), Kampala, Uganda. He earned a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology from Ndejje University (Uganda), a Master's in Information Technology Engineering (Communication and Computer Networks) from Yazd University (Iran), and a PhD in Digital Science (Computer Science) from the Universiti Brunei Darussalam (Brunei Darussalam). His research focuses on developing computationally and statistically efficient models and algorithms for complex artificial intelligence and machine learning challenges to support a sustainable future. His interests span Applied AI, Deep Learning, Smart Agriculture, Computer Vision, Digital Health and Education, Ecological Informatics, and Sustainable Computing. Shafik has authored, edited, and co-edited numerous books and published extensively in peer-reviewed journals, book chapters, and IEEE international conferences. He has taught and supported academic programs in Mathematics for Data Science, Advanced Topics in Computing, Advanced Algorithms, and Systems Performance and Evaluation. His professional experience includes roles in research, data management, and leadership across organizations such as PSI, TechnoServe, and Asmaah Charity Organisation.