Mr. Wilberforce Murikah,United States International University- Africa, Kenya
👨💼 Mr. Wilberforce Murikah, based in Nairobi, Kenya, is an accomplished Information Systems Auditor and emerging scholar. With a background in Computer Information Systems and ongoing studies in Information Systems & Technology at USIU-Africa, he brings over 8 years of expertise in data strategy development and governance. His research focuses on transparency gaps and gender biases in AI, using mixed methods approaches. Wilberforce has led impactful projects in AI ethics, including finalist recognition at the Oxford African Society Seed Fund and significant contributions to automated audit reporting solutions in the energy sector. 📊
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Education
Master of Science, Information Systems & Technology, United States International University – Africa (Ongoing)
Bachelor of Science, Computer Information Systems, Kenya Methodist University
Professional Experience
Wilberforce has contributed significantly in roles such as Internal Auditor at Hass Petroleum Group and Information Systems Auditor at Jubilee Insurance Company, where he implemented automated audit reporting solutions and enhanced data governance frameworks. He also served as an IT Projects Manager at Solarkiosk Solutions, overseeing ERP system implementations across multiple countries.
Research Focus
Wilberforce Murikah’s research primarily focuses on the bias and ethics of AI systems applied in auditing. His systematic review, published in Scientific African, critically examines the implications of AI on auditing practices, emphasizing ethical considerations and bias mitigation strategies. By analyzing 83 high-quality publications spanning from 2018 to 2023, Murikah contributes valuable insights into how AI technologies influence transparency and fairness in financial auditing processes. His work underscores the importance of developing governance frameworks that address ethical challenges posed by AI, aiming to ensure equitable outcomes in financial decision-making.
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