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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.Support the show
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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.Support the show
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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.Support the show
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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 Resourceshttps://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.Support the show
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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!Support the show
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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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In the second part of our conversation with Dr. Samuel Usman, explores the crucial engagement strategies employed by the CORE Group Polio Project (CGPP) in Nigeria to eradicate polio, the role of traditional and religious leaders in vaccination campaigns and the essential involvement of women in the vaccination process.
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This is the first episode in the polio eradication in Nigeria story series. Our guest, Dr. Samuel Usman will talk about the spread of polio, how it affects the body and how the polio vaccine works. He will also explain the challenges in Polio eradicaton in Nigeria and his personal experience in this field.
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Science communication, especially in health, is crucial for fostering informed and resilient communities in Africa, where public health challenges are prevalent.
In our upcoming episode, Treezer Michelle Atieno, a health and science journalist from Kenya will be joining us. Treezer is also our show producer and will talk about her experience in science communication and the launch of her reporting project on polio eradication in Nigeria.
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Can forests be the salvation for our planet's future? Join us as we explore the dynamic intersection of genetics and sustainable forestry with our guest today, Nthabiseng Dhlamini, a Tree Breeder from South Africa.
In our first ever video episode, we take a deep dive into the vital role forests play in our ecological balance and the pressing need for sustainable solutions to combat the threats of deforestation and unsustainable logging.Support the show
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The Root of the Science Media is here! Yes! We have officially transitioned to multimedia science content production and dissemination.
This episode is a celebration of our achievements and call to fellow African science communicators seeking a stage to showcase their passion. With a suite of new content formats — from newsletters to visual storytelling — we're set to quench your thirst for credible, engaging science communication.Support the show
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In today's episode, our guest Jenalea Rajab from Lelapa AI talks about her work in reshaping the landscape of natural language processing but and championing the cause of underrepresented languages. Jenalea's transition from the field of electrical engineering to AI innovation is as intriguing as it is inspiring, offering invaluable lessons in how diverse experiences can culminate in a career that's both dynamic and impactful.
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Listen to the first episode of #AfricanWomenInAI Series with Aulan Lucrece Zahoundo, the Quantum AI expert from Benin. She gives us an exclusive look into her groundbreaking PhD work with the AIMS Institute at the University of Ghana
Within the dynamic field where quantum computing meets machine learning, Aulan's story is one that breaks barriers and challenges the norm.
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In this episode, we are happy to have Tabitha Wangechi, a Digital Security Advocate from Kenya.
She sheds light on the dark side of the internet where women are often targets to doxing, revenge pornography, and the barrage of digital harassment women face.
Listen to this and more on the solutions available for digital harassment.
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Prepare to be moved by Asonele Kotu' s work is rewriting the narrative for young girls in Africa.
Asonele Kotu from South Africa is the founder of Femconnect and a Social Impact Entrepreneur.
She talks about period poverty, the transformative education Femconnect provides on menstruation and family planning and tackling the deep-rooted stigmas surrounding sex education in Africa.
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Our guest today is Johnmark Ochieng, a journalist and science communicator from Kenya. As a corporate communications officer at the Kenya Space Agency, he channels storytelling into his work, creating bridges between complex space science and the enchanting stories of the night sky.
Join us on this intriguing conversation on how he made his way here.
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As we officially launch season 5 of the Root of the Science Podcast, we engage in a very interesting conversation with Olaitan Owoyemi from Nigeria. Oloitan is an expert in medical diagnostics and science communication.
In this episode, he talks about some cutting-edge medical technologies and his transformative projects that are redefining the health industry across Africa.
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What is the potential of microbial fertilizers in enhancing food security and mitigating climate change effects in sub-Saharan Africa? Prof. Tavneet Suri, a Kenyan professor at the MIT Sloan School of Management, discusses the concept of microbial fertilizers from production, application and potential challenges. Could they potentially revolutionise traditional agricultural practices?
The conversation revolves around the recent COP28 summit, the announcement of the AIM for Scale program and its impact on food systems innovation, resilience, reduction of emissions and potential solutions for farmers in Africa. You won't want to miss it!
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Imagine a future where global agricultural challenges are successfully conquered, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa.
Enoch Chikava, Interim Director of Agriculture Development at the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, joins us on this episode to share the foundation's strategies and partnerships designed to accelerate agricultural development and climate resilience.
Enock is an expert in agricultural development from Zimbabwe. He explains the advancements being made, including the cultivation of adaptable crops such as millet and cassava, scaling up these innovations to benefit smallholder farmers and more.
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