Dr. Cheikhyoussef is an Associate Research Professor under the Multidisciplinary Research Center (MRC), University of Namibia. His research focuses on the ethnobotanical knowledge of medicinal plants, traditional fruits and vegetables; the development of food-grade supplements with biological activity for product safety and potential applications as well as examining the nutrition and safety of traditional food and beverages. Currently, he serves as HoD for the Science and Technology Division of MRC.