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In our final episode this year, we spoke with Jenn Gardy (Deputy Director, Malaria Surveillance, Data & Epidemiology, Gates Foundation) and Susan Rumisha (Principal Research Scientist and Lead, Malaria Atlas Project, Dar Node), to unlock the secrets to eradicating malaria by 2030.

They discuss the innovative approaches and daunting challenges in the ongoing battle against malaria. From preventive strategies like environmental modifications and dual active-ingredient (AI) insecticide-treated bed nets to addressing cultural and healthcare access gaps, our discussion paints a comprehensive picture of the current landscape and future directions. 

We also reflect on the insights from the 2024 World Malaria Report, emphasizing the pressing need for increased funding to drive these global efforts forward.

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What does it take for Africa to lead the charge in sustainable industrialization? Join us on this enlightening conversation with  Dorcas Jelagat Tuitoek , a PhD student at the University of Oxford, whose research on industrial decarbonization in the steel industry is setting a new standard for green technology. Discover how Dorcas transitioned from a promising career at Deloitte to becoming a key player in the global effort to combat climate change. 

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In this episode we discuss the potential of Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) in healthcare with Sabine Mensah, the Deputy CEO of the AfricaNenda Foundation. 

Sabine shares her expert views on how DPI, with its vital components like digital identity and payment systems, is reshaping access to health services for governments, businesses, and individuals. 

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This is a thought-provoking conversation with Tabita Ntuli, a global health advocate with over a decade of experience in public health and community development. Tabita serves as an Equality and Rights for All Adviser for the UN Joint Program on AIDS (UNAIDS). 

In this episode, we dive into the sociocultural dynamics that influence sexual health practices and policies, the latest sexual health interventions for young women, and strategies for scaling these initiatives to reach more women across Africa and beyond.

Tune in as we explore the innovations and challenges in sexual health and hear Tabita's insights on creating inclusive, equitable spaces for young women throughout Africa.

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Earlier this year, The Dream Women In STEM Technovation Summit (June 26-28) brought together young women, leaders, and innovators from Dream Big Stay Humble and the South African Institution of Civil Engineering (SAICE) to tackle global challenges.

Through the Technovation Challenge, high school learners were challenged to develop solutions addressing the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), showcasing creativity, collaboration, and real-world problem-solving skills.

In this episode, we feature the winning team as they tell us more about their project and how it alighns with the SDGs.  

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In this episode, we are honored to have Neil Watkins, Deputy Director of Global Policy & Advocacy at the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.

Neil discusses the recently released 2024 Goalkeepers Report on Tackling Global Malnutrition.

Under this, he explores the malnutrition crisis affecting 400 million children, the role of climate change in worsening food systems, innovative solutions such as fortified foods, the economic toll of malnutrition and calls for global cooperation to combat the crisis effectively.

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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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