I am excited to be part of an impactful 2-day training organised by MESHA Science in collaboration with IDRC in Eastern and Southern Africa I look forward to learning more about data research tools, the power of infographics & visuals, storytelling with data, and the integration of AI in our workflows.

Attending a Data Journalism training organized by MESHA Science. Among the topics we are going to cover is why Visuals Matter in Science Journalism, Introduction to Infographics,Tools for data visualization,AI tools for research, Design and image generation. IDRC | CRDI

A big shoutout to MESHA Science for continuously building the capacity of science journalists & communicators across the region. Their Media Café forums have created much-needed platforms that bridges the gap between science & society. Ministry of Health @kilimoKE

MESHA, in partnership with IDRC | CRDI , is proud to host a Data Journalism Training that brings together science journalists and researchers for a hands-on learning experience in data-driven storytelling.

This timely workshop aims to equip participants with practical skills to turn complex data into compelling, public-friendly stories, especially in the fields of health, agriculture, and climate science.

Global Update on HIV: Significant Progress Made, but Challenges Remain. LVCT Health IDRC | CRDI

U.S. FDA has approved Yeztugo® (lenacapavir) as pre- exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to reduce the risk of sexually acquired HIV in adults & adolescents weighing at least 35kg making it the 1st & only twice-yr option available in the US for people who need or want PrEP.

Comparing the Jan–March 2025 to the same period, previous year: HIV testing declined by 38% from 2,072,922 in Jan–March 2024 to 1,285,560 in Jan–March 2025.

How Media Can Champion the HIV Response?

Data journalism is the type of reporting that interprets data and uses that information as a critical source for a story. Data, facts, evidence are a core part of the story - Eunice Magwambo | Trainer Image Credit: Francis Mureithi

The structure of any story that involves data can be achieved by following the Data Pipeline: 🔹 Define 🔹 Find 🔹 Get 🔹 Verify 🔹 Clean 🔹 Analyse 🔹 Present Image Credit: Francis Mureithi

Four key components of data journalism

How to use data in storytelling LVCT Health Ministry of Health IDRC | CRDI IDRC in Eastern and Southern Africa Malemba Mkongo

When to use data in storytelling

Common Mistakes in Data Storytelling

Patriciah Jeckonia, Program Manager Advocacy, Partnerships & Resource Mobilisation at LVCT Health says the long-acting drug could significantly improve HIV prevention, especially for youth and key populations. tiktok.com/@meshascience/…

While pregnant and breastfeeding mothers are offered ART (antiretroviral therapy) and infants receive Nevirapine and Dovudine, many drop off treatment, leading to half of all new child infections. youtu.be/jrJWCajz3qs?si…

Don’t miss ifaj.org 2025 Congress—world-class research, world-class farming and the world’s most exciting wildlife! Nairobi, Kenya October 15-18, 2025. Register today! ifaj2025.meshascience.org

TRIBUTE | MESHA@20: A Personal Testimony As the Nairobi-based MESHA Science celebrates its 20th anniversary, African Newspage Editor-in-Chief Adam Alqali pens a heartfelt tribute to the nonprofit that helped shape his journey as a journalist. 👉👉🔗bit.ly/45eBRwf