She is a Member of the Faculty of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, Karamoja Peace And Technology University.

Ms. Gertrude Akello is a Ugandan-born Educationalist, with over a decade of experience in teaching and research in the field of Geography. She earned both a Bachelor of Science in Education and a Master’s degree in Geography from Kyambogo University and is currently completing a PhD in Environment Management and Planning, at Kenyatta University.

Her research and teaching focus on sustainable environmental management, drawing from professional training in rangeland management, land restoration, geospatial technologies, and artificial intelligence. Driven by a commitment to sustainable and innovative environmental solutions, Gertrude brings both local and global perspectives to her work, contributing to both academic discourse and practical solutions in the field.