Biography
Buhlali Mhlanzi, Hillcrest, KwaZulu-Natal, graduated with distinction in BSc Mathematical Statistics from the University of Pretoria in 2025, earning honorary academic colours, and is currently completing his BSc (Honours) at UP.
His research applies dynamic, layered survival analysis models to improve breast cancer prognosis. An entrepreneur and writer, Buhlali founded UniquelyDrafted, published Android games, and authored a quantitative sports piece in ABSIP Pinnacle Magazine alongside a LinkedIn series on data storytelling.
Recognized among South Africa’s top 10 graduates by Gautrain Gradstar, Buhlali is a Dell Sikelela Scholar, UP statistics tutor, and represented SA U18B hockey in 2022 before joining UP's league-winning TuksEkhaya residence team. He is also an avid runner and home baker.
At Oxford, Buhlali intends to pursue a research degree in Mathematical Statistics and Computational Biostatistics, aiming to build robust quantitative infrastructure for South African public health systems.