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In this episode, we dive into a critical conversation with Tamuda Chimhanda, a Software Engineer at Dell Technologies and founder.
Not only does he explore emerging technologies in Africa, but as a member of the Microsoft Council for Digital Civility, Tamuda fights online scams and educates the public on digital safety.
Tune in and learn more about the rising threat of online scams targeting young people, especially young men. Don’t miss this one!
Resources below to help with online safety:
Meta - Online Harassment Resources
https://about.meta.com/actions/safety/topics/bullying-harassment/
Meta provides various resources on how to prevent online-harassment, what do to when harassed, and other educational content for teens, parents and educators.
Google - Safety Center
https://safety.google/
Google Safety Center offers tips and tools for safeguarding your information and managing who and how your Google account is being used.
Microsoft - Online Safety Tips
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/safety/online-privacy/
Advice on how to identify the most common types of scam.
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Cervical cancer is one of the most preventable and treatable forms of cancer, as long as it is detected early and managed effectively .
Our conversation with Dr. Cornelia Ndifon, a Physician, Reproductive/Maternal & Child Health from Namibia is all about cervical cancer and the HPV vaccine.
Dr. Cornelia explains the burden of cervical cancer in Africa and the critical roles of the HPV vaccine and screening in preventing this disease.
She also addresses common myths and misconceptions surrounding the HPV vaccine.
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Solving our region’s biggest health challenges can only be achieved by innovative African-led solutions. And our guest today is Asante Chisa, a young health innovator and a BSc student in Biomedical Engineering from Malawi.
Asante will talk about her passion for medical innovation, her love for interior design and her current project on the design and fabrication of an IoT drip monitoring system, which is set to revolutionise patient care in Malawi. Let's take a listen!
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In this episode, we listen to the story of Dr. Nihinlola Mabogunje from Nigeria. She talks about her involvement in polio eradication in Nigeria, her role in increasing polio vaccine access, building trust in the vaccine, and ultimately contributing to Nigeria's success in eradicating wild polio.
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In the second part of our conversation with Dr. Samuel Usman, explores the crucial engagement strategies employed by the CORE Group Polio Project (CGPP) in Nigeria to eradicate polio, the role of traditional and religious leaders in vaccination campaigns and the essential involvement of women in the vaccination process.
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This is the first episode in the polio eradication in Nigeria story series. Our guest, Dr. Samuel Usman will talk about the spread of polio, how it affects the body and how the polio vaccine works. He will also explain the challenges in Polio eradicaton in Nigeria and his personal experience in this field.
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Science communication, especially in health, is crucial for fostering informed and resilient communities in Africa, where public health challenges are prevalent.
In our upcoming episode, Treezer Michelle Atieno, a health and science journalist from Kenya will be joining us. Treezer is also our show producer and will talk about her experience in science communication and the launch of her reporting project on polio eradication in Nigeria.
LinkedIn : Treezer Michelle Atieno
X : @MichelleTreezer
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Can forests be the salvation for our planet's future? Join us as we explore the dynamic intersection of genetics and sustainable forestry with our guest today, Nthabiseng Dhlamini, a Tree Breeder from South Africa.
In our first ever video episode, we take a deep dive into the vital role forests play in our ecological balance and the pressing need for sustainable solutions to combat the threats of deforestation and unsustainable logging.
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The Root of the Science Media is here! Yes! We have officially transitioned to multimedia science content production and dissemination.
This episode is a celebration of our achievements and call to fellow African science communicators seeking a stage to showcase their passion. With a suite of new content formats — from newsletters to visual storytelling — we're set to quench your thirst for credible, engaging science communication.
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In today's episode, our guest Jenalea Rajab from Lelapa AI talks about her work in reshaping the landscape of natural language processing but and championing the cause of underrepresented languages. Jenalea's transition from the field of electrical engineering to AI innovation is as intriguing as it is inspiring, offering invaluable lessons in how diverse experiences can culminate in a career that's both dynamic and impactful.
LinkedIn: Jenalea Rajab
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