Prof Joyce Shirinde is an Associate Professor in the School of Health Systems and Public Health (SHSPH) at the University of Pretoria’s Faculty of Health Sciences. She serves as the Head of Division for Behaviour and Health Management Sciences and also oversees the Health Promotion Unit.

With a strong academic background in Environmental Health and Public Health, Prof. Shirinde’s research focuses on examining human health outcomes in diverse environmental contexts, including the impacts of air pollution, climate-related factors, and the complex interplay between social dynamics and environmental influences. Prof. Shirinde earned her PhD in Public Health from the University of Pretoria. She also holds an MPH, along with a Post Graduate Diploma in Education for the Health Sciences.

Her expertise extends to mentoring and supervising postgraduate students at both Masters and PhD levels within the school, providing guidance on research projects aligned with her areas of specialization and research interests. In addition, Prof Shirinde serves as the Chairperson of the Research Committee (RESCOM) and Academic Advisory Committee (AAC) at the SHSPH.