Zodwa Dlamini is a Professor of Molecular Oncology and known for her unwavering commitment to advancing precision oncology. At the core of her career is her pivotal role as the Founding Director of the Pan African Cancer Research Institute (PACRI). Additionally, as the Director of the SAMRC Precision Oncology Research Unit (PORU) and the DSI/NRF SARChI Chair in Precision Oncology and Cancer Prevention (POCP), she is fully committed to advancing precision medicine in the battle against cancer.  She obtained a PhD in Clinical and Experimental Pharmacology at the University of Natal. Professor Dlamini extends her contributions to the African Organisation for Research and Training in Cancer (AORTIC), where she actively influences the organization's strategic direction and mission as a member of the Research Committee Scientific Advisory Board. Her dedication to advancing cancer research in Africa was honored with a Special Award from the Council and Executive of the African Society of Morphology, and she was then admitted as an "Honorary Fellow" of the West African College of Morphologists. Moreover, she is an Overseas Fellow of the Royal Society of Medicine (London), a Professional Member of the New York Academy of Sciences (USA), and a member of the Academy of Science of South Africa, highlighting her contributions to the field of Science.