For mothers, it lowers stress, reduces the risk of cancer, and cuts costs on food and healthcare. #WorldBreastfeedingWeek #WBW2025 #BreastfeedingSupport #APHRCResearch Nutrition International CAMFEB SUN CSA KENYA Ministry of Health UNICEF Kenya Zero Hunger Initiative Dr. Jacqueline Kung'u Dr Elizabeth Kimani-Murage - #JusticeFirst!

Happening this week: #CARTA, represented by Program Coordinator - Cavens Kithinji (PhD), is participating in Trainer of Trainers Workshop for PhD Supervisors from August 4–8 at University of Rwanda's Gikondo Campus. Officiated by Dr. Joseph Nkurunziza, Principal of the College of Business and

📢📢 PhD Fellowship Alert Looking to pursue your PhD while contributing to Africa’s research capacity? The CARTA PhD Fellowships 2026 are now open! Learn more and apply: cartafrica.org/call-for-appli… APHRC Wits University Dr. Catherine Kyobutungi Muzukulu wa Bityo Florah Karimi Cavens Kithinji (PhD) Anthony Mveyange Juliet Ratemo-Okumu

Designed for Africa-based early-career academics, the #CARTAPhD Fellowship supports those working in the broad areas of public and population health. Fellows receive a monthly stipend, research and conference support, and access to world-class training and mentorship. 🚨 Must

The Consortium for Advanced Research Training in Africa (CARTA) PhD Fellowships 2026 call is now open! This fellowship supports early-career academics in Africa to pursue a PhD in public and population health fields while contributing to stronger research cultures in their

A new study by #CARTA fellow, Cyril Ogada of University of Nairobi and colleagues, published in Frontiers, and featured in TheStarKenya, reveals widespread absenteeism among dentists in Kenya’s public sector as they leave public clinics during official hours to work in private facilities.

Respectful maternity care is vital for improving maternal experiences, yet sustaining it in health facilities remains a challenge. A recently published policy brief by #CARTA fellow Alice Muhayimana from University of Rwanda and co-authors distills findings from a mixed-methods study in

The Center’s Executive Director, Dr. Catherine Kyobutungi Muzukulu wa Bityo, will deliver a keynote address at the Women’s Health and Feminist Agenda in Global Health Conference hosted by France in Somalia and FrenchEmbassyKenya partnership with Sciences Po. 📅August 21 ⏰️6pm-8pm EAT For registration, send an

Tomorrow, I will deliver a keynote at the Women’s Health & Feminist Agenda in Global Health Conference hosted by France in Somalia, FrenchEmbassyKenya, and @SciencesPo. This comes at a crucial moment when women’s health and reproductive rights are facing growing pushbacks, which calls

#IamAPHRC will be at the Data for Health in Africa and the 5th DS-I Africa Consortium Meeting from August 23–29, 2025, in Accra, Ghana. Our experts will engage with leading researchers and partners to advance data science for health discovery and innovation across Africa. Stay

💡Digital payments are transforming healthcare systems — but is Nigeria ready? #CARTA fellow Folashayo Adeniji from University of Ibadan, and colleagues examined the use of digital payment systems for health workers in Nigeria. The study published on BMC found that direct bank

Happening now: The 20th CARTA Partners’ Forum is underway in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Hosted by Ifakara Health Institute, the forum brings together #CARTA’s partners, funders, and stakeholders to reflect on #CARTA’s 15 years of impact, celebrate achievements, learn from our journey, and

Earlier today in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, members of the #CARTA Board of Management engaged in strategic discussions with representatives of key funders, including Science for Africa Foundation, Oak Foundation, and Norad. The discussions reflected on shifts in the funding landscape and explored new

APHRC, represented by the Executive Director, Dr. Catherine Kyobutungi Muzukulu wa Bityo, Director of Programs - Synergy, Anthony Mveyange, and Head of Data Science Program, AgnesKiragga, met with H.E. Veronica M. Nduva, Secretary General of the East African Community (East African Community), to discuss opportunities for

#CARTA is participating in the Peer Learning for Emerging Researchers’ Knowledge and Advancement (PERKA) II Stakeholders Convening underway in Nairobi from October 6 – 9, 2025. The convening brings together partners to co-create a shared vision and actionable strategies for

A glimpse into why I love what I do APHRC Shout out to our Visibility Team for the work of art in this video 👏🏾😃 Take 5 with Daisy Koome: A Glimpse of the Face Behind the Code | Episode 1 youtu.be/Wv53MtvMMA0?si… via YouTube

What happens when researchers and communities truly collaborate? CARTA’s Topistar Karani caught up with our graduate Adesola Olumide of University of Ibadan, whose “Gown and Town” project earned recognition for its outstanding community engagement approach. Through partnerships with

In an insightful feature, CARTA’s Ann Waithaka and Helana Duch of the Oak Foundation highlight the need for research to inform prevention and response to child sexual abuse. Oak Foundation is investing in emerging African research talent, including through #CARTA, to build locally led

From driving institutional transformation to influencing policy and shaping impactful research agendas, #CARTA fellows are transforming Africa’s research and higher education landscape. Their leadership is strengthening institutions, mentoring peers, and building resilient

📢 We’re excited to be participating in the Inaugural National Science Research Translation Congress that is happening tomorrow. Organized by TheStarKenya and APHRC, the congress brings together scientists, government officials, and digital storytellers for a collaborative