I finally met Kgethi Phakeng, PhD(Wits); Hon DSc (UBristol) in person! That was a proud moment right there. And, I will be sharing a panel session with her! Thanks to INGSA.

#INGSA2024 #ScienceDiplomacy #Connections #Networking

Juliet Nagawa, a postdoc at UCT works in #mechanobiology , where interactions between mechanical forces & biological systems occur. Her work uses patient-specific finite element modeling & #ML techniques. More; wordsthatcount.org/women-in-mecha…

#EmpowermentThroughStories #womeninSTEM

In the evolving landscape of #DataDriven decision-making, a skilled & visionary leader at the helm is essential. We share details about Daphne Nakabugo's journey in #STEM & how she became the Data Management Lead at DefendDefenders.

More; wordsthatcount.org/data-managemen…
#womenintech

Sending warm wishes for a happy and joyous #Eid to all those observing this special day. May your homes be filled with laughter, your hearts with love, and your gatherings with warmth and unity.
#Eid Mubarak!

Meet Rebecca Mbaya, our first guest from the Democratic Republic of Congo & a social innovator whose visionary leadership has transformed #communities in the DRC

More about her work in tech & transition into STEM; wordsthatcount.org/female-social-…

#EmpowermentThroughStories #africanwomen

🌟 Don't miss our webinar featuring Mariam Momodu from Dentons Canada LLP! 🎓 She's a legal expert, education advocate, and visionary behind GetIn Education Consulting. Hosted by Lisa-Marie Misztak on April 9th, 1pm UTC. ➡️Register now: bit.ly/43N9Har #WIAYL2023

Congratulations to Salome Maswime on the recognition of her work in Global Surgery by Association of Surgeons of Uganda (ASOU). Prof. Maswime is the Head of Global Surgery at UCT, an Obstetrician & Gynaecologist & the President of South African Clinician Scientists Society.

About her; wordsthatcount.org/ever-heard-of-…

#celebratingwomen

May this #Easter be a time of renewed hope & joy, as we celebrate the triumph of light over darkness & #love over despair. May we cherish the moments with #family & friends, rejoicing in the blessings of #newbeginnings & the promise of brighter days ahead.

Happy Easter to you!

Congratulations to Chikondi Peno 🇲🇼, Postdoctoral Associate at Yale School of Public Health, on receiving the Robert Austrian Award at the ISPPD Meeting in Cape Town. Her journey teaches us that it's okay to be #passionate about biology & not want to be a #medicaldoctor .

More; wordsthatcount.org/im-an-agent-of…

As part of the 2023 WIA Philanthropy Young Leaders Series, our 2013 alumna Winnie Nakiyingi will be speaking to BBC News (World) Journalist, Lisa-Marie Misztak about her work in STEM, founding Words That Count!
Register via: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Thank you to Association of Surgeons of Uganda for this truly amazing Award of Honor 🏆 Thank you for the recognition 🙏🏾

From her early days navigating the #complexities of Finance & Accounting to her current role as a Senior Analytics Specialist at MultiChoice Group, Susan Gatura is full of grit, #determination & a fierce commitment to excellence.

More; wordsthatcount.org/female-senior-…

#womenintech

As part of the 2023 WIA Philanthropy Young Leaders Series, Winnie Nakiyingi will be speaking to BBC News (World) Journalist, Lisa-Marie Misztak about her work in STEM, founding Words That Count & her passion for #sciencediplomacy .

Register via us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

#womeninstem #africanwomen

Here is another remarkable #AricanWoman : a Mathematics Book Editor at Springer Nature. Join us on a journey through Kunda Kambaso’s inspiring story, where #Mathematics meets the art of #publication .

More; wordsthatcount.org/female-mathema…

#EmpowermentThroughStories #WomenInSTEM

Congrats to 𝐑𝐞𝐣𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐍tiriwaa, PhD, a 2024 Max Thabiso Edkins #ClimateAmbassador for the Global Youth Climate Network! She holds a #phd in Sustainable Energy Technologies from KNUST, sponsored by the Government of Ghana
More; wordsthatcount.org/know-your-wort…

#celebratingwomen #africanwomen