About

Introduction

Hi, my name is Mfundo Monchwe and I’m a data scientist, reseacher, and freelancer. I have a passion for using data to solve complex problems and help orgnanizations make data-driven decision.

Education

I have a Bachelor’s degree and Honors degree in Data Sciences from Sol Plaatje University. I have a background in Statistics, Mathematics, and Machine Learning.

  • Currently doing my Masters in Stastistics at the University of KwaZulu-Natal.

Work Experience

Notto Africa

Data Scientist–Consultant

Johannesburg, SA Apr 2025 – Current

  • Developed a data pipeline for the Notto Africa platform, which involved data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL) processes.

  • Developed a machine learning model to predict credit scores for users based on their financial history and behavior.

  • Developed an API to integrate the machine learning model with the Notto Africa platform, allowing for real-time credit score predictions.

  • Collaborated with the Notto Africa team to ensure the successful deployment and integration of the data pipeline and machine learning model into the platform.

  • Used KeyCloak for authentication and authorization of users on the Notto Africa platform.

  • Developed Streamlit dashboards to visualize the data and provide insights into user behavior and credit scores.

Arena Holdings

Data Scientist
Johannesburg, SA Oct 2024 – Jan 2025

• Commercial reporting

• Predictive modelling

• Data analysis, visualization and engineering

Avis Budget

Data Scientist Isando, HQ, Kempton Park, SA Apr 2024 – Current

• Developed shiny dashboard for ilease product

• Performed Analysis both on Data Quality and Documentation

• Calculated IRR and Deviations for 6 countries

• Developed credit risk recommendation system

• Predicting future prices of a new vehicle using ML model

Auditor General of South Africa

Trainee Data Analyst
Pretoria East Head Office, SA
Mar 2024 – April 2024

  • Provided data analytics support to various audit business units within the organization.

  • Developed data analytics models.

  • Worked closely with audit business units to identify the “Value-Add”.

  • Supported the line manager in providing holistic, comprehensive data analytics reports.

Tutor

Big Data Fundamentals and Introduction to Python Programming
2021 - Taught content such as data wrangling, visualization, dealing with big data, and using Python to solve problems.

Freelance Data Scientist and Researcher

  • Provided guidance for academic master’s research and project execution, including data analysis, automating reports, data visualization, data wrangling, data cleaning, data mining, data engineering, machine learning, and statistics.

Project Collaboration

Protein Synthesis Analysis
Contract for 3 months

  • Analyzed protein synthesis in cells and performed statistical analysis on the data.

  • Worked remotely on a project based in the USA using R and Python programming languages.

Skills

  • Python
  • R
  • SQL
  • Data Wrangling
  • Data Analysis
  • Data Cleaning
  • Data Mining
  • Data Engineering
  • Data Science
  • Communication
  • Teamwork
  • Leadership
  • Time Management
  • Project Management
  • Critical Thinking
  • Problem Solving
  • Machine Learning
  • Data Visualization
  • Statistical methods
  • Bayesian Methods
  • Regression Analysis
  • Django
  • Linux
  • Git
  • GitHub
  • Microsoft Office
  • Tableau
  • Power BI
  • KeyCloak

Contact Me

If you would like to get in touch with me, feel free to send me an email at diditmfundo@gmail.com or connect with me on LinkedIn.