Prof Clinton Aigbavboa

His research primarily addresses digital transformation and sustainability in the construction industry, particularly within the Global South. Since joining UJ, Prof Aigbavboa has authored and coauthored over 1 300 accredited journal articles, conference papers, and book chapters. He has also written 27 scholarly books published by leading academic publishers, including Springer Nature, Emerald, Routledge, and Elsevier. These publications have advanced understanding of research areas, such as the Fourth Industrial Revolution and its implications for construction processes and management Furthermore, Prof Aigbavboa has co-authored 12 edited books that explore the intersections of the Fourth Industrial Revolution with construction industry development. His research has significantly impacted the field, as reflected in his Google Scholar h-index of 52 and Scopus h-index of 32.

A dedicated mentor, he has graduated over 180 master’s and 78 doctoral students, many of whom have gone on to hold significant roles in both academia and industry. His mentorship plays a crucial role in shaping the next generation of leaders in construction management. In addition to his academic achievements, his commitment to capacity building extends beyond the classroom, as evidenced by the more than R46 million in research funding he has attracted to date, including a grant worth €380 000 from the SIFA AUDA-NEPAD. His work in digital construction and value sustainability.management, among others, has provided critical frameworks that improve project efficiency and Prof Aigbavboa’s contributions have earned him a C1 rating from the National Research Foundation, an acknowledgement of his international research standing.

Prof Aigbavboa frequently participates in global academic exchanges, serving as a visiting professor at several prestigious institutions, including the University of West of England Bristol (UK), Shandong University (China), the University of Nigeria Nsukka, and the Federal University of Technology Akure (Nigeria). As a keynote speaker at international conferences, his insights continue to influence the evolving construction industry.