A 7th SAPRIN HDSS node was launched today, BAMMISHO (Bafokeng Health & Demographic Surveillance System). SAPRIN aims to produce accessible, dynamic, & timely population-based health & demographic data through coordinated & collaborative efforts. Visit saprin.mrc.ac.za

Established in 2017, SAPRIN operates across 7 nodes, tracking population changes in rural & urban settings. A vital tool for demographic research. #StatsSA #DataMatters #DemographicData #DataEcosystem #GovZAUpdates #DataForHealth #PublicHealth

GOOD NEWS DOSE | A new health research hub brings hope of improving health services. Spotlight finds out how the Bafokeng Health and Demographic Surveillance System Node will work and what it has to offer. SAPRIN The Aurum Institute Johns Hopkins Medicine spotlightnsp.co.za/2025/02/27/res…

Field Work Phase Two officially kicked off on February 25th! While the floods have slowed us down, today marks a new day to keep pushing forward. The USINGA team remains dedicated and determined every step of the way! #USINGA#HDSS

UKZN Postgraduate students gaining real-world research experience at Umlazi Ward 82 during the USINGA Activation Day! With the USINGA Director, Statistics SA stakeholders, and lecturers all jumping in and diving into the work .#USINGA#UKZN

USINGA Data Manager: Always on standby to ensure accurate data collection in the field. #USINGA #DataAccuracy

Because USINGA cares about our DSA well-being, our Community Engagement Coordinator was at the forefront of the imbizo in Ward 79, driving impactful conversations between the Local Police and Community to combat crime together!"

SAPRIN bids farewell to its Director, Dr Kobus Herbst & Co-Director, Professor Mark Collinson. We thank them for their remarkable leadership in establishing a diverse national infrastructure consisting of 7 HDSS nodes. Read more here saprin.mrc.ac.za/Farewell_Direc… SAMRC DEPARTMENT OF SCIENCE,TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION

Call for Abstracts is now open for the Annual SAPRIN Conference. It takes place from 21 – 23 July in Cape Town under the theme “Advancing Health & Social Wellbeing through Population Science.” Apply here events.samrc.ac.za/DelegateRegist…

USINGA hosted BAMMISHO, SAPRIN's newest site, for a knowledge exchange visit, providing BAMMISHO with a valuable opportunity to benchmark best practices in HDSS node management . #USINGA #BAMMISHO #SAPRIN #HDSS

Boots on the ground and sleeves rolled up-USINGA Director and Project Manager, always ready to jump in, showing that real leadership means getting involved. #USINGA #HDSS #LeadershipinAction #Teamwork

The call for abstracts for the annual SAPRIN conference has been extended to 5 May. The conference takes place from 21 - 23 July in Cape Town under the theme, "Advancing Health & Social Wellbeing through Population Science." Apply here events.samrc.ac.za/DelegateRegist… SAMRC DEPARTMENT OF SCIENCE,TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION

Empowering Youth in Ward 82! Today, USINGA participated in the Youth Capacitation Programme hosted by Vukani Community Project alongside the Department of Labour, uMlazi Library, and SA Youth, to assist in equipping young people with skills, knowledge for a better future.

In partnership with the UKZN Application Office, USINGA and our CAB members hosted a Career Guidance Session at Embizweni High School in Umlazi - equipping Grade 12 learners with the tools to dream big, plan smart. It starts today. It starts here. #USINGAinspires #UKZN #HDSS

On Saturday, ARISE and USINGA, together with CAB members, engaged vibrant adolescents in Umlazi Wards 79 and 82 on Saturday to disseminate results on NUTRITION and PHYSICAL HEALTH—empowering healthier choices. #ARISE #USINGA #Nutrition #Nutritionwellbeing #UKZN

USINGA & ARISE hosted a multi-sector stakeholder meeting in KZN — bringing together GOVERNMENT, UN Agencies , NGOs & Academic institutions to advance ADOLESCENT HEALTH & NUTRITION. 🔗Full linkedin.com/feed/update/ur… #USINGA #ARISE #AdolescentHealth #KZNDevelopment #ResearchToImpact

The latest edition of the SAPRIN Connection newsletter is now available. Click on the link below to access it saprin.mrc.ac.za/newsletter/ind…… SAMRC DEPARTMENT OF SCIENCE,TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION MRC/Wits-Agincourt Unit Africa Health Research Institute GRT-Inspired USINGA The Aurum Institute

On July 3, 2025, UKZN, USINGA, ARISE, and the Population Council hosted a dynamic hybrid symposium tackling adolescent sexual and reproductive health in South Africa. 🌍 🔗 linkedin.com/feed/update/ur… #UKZN #USINGA #POPULATIONCOUNCIL #SRHR

In celebration of Mandela Day, the USINGA HDSS dedicated their 67 minutes of service at Khanana Old Age Home in Umlazi, spreading care and compassion. Honoring Madiba’s legacy through service reminds us that collective action can truly make a lasting impact. #MandelaDay2025