@ckyobutungi.bsky.social (@aphrc.bsky.social) on local leadership and ownership in tackling Africa’s health challenges with @garryaslanyan.bsky.social on the #GlobalHealthMatters podcast 👉 http://tinyurl.com/GHM-E54

S5 of #GlobalHealthMatters podcast kicks off! @garryaslanyan.bsky.social  chats with @ckyobutungi.bsky.social (@aphrc.bsky.social#GlobalHealthMatters  and Paola Abril Campos Rivera (Tecnológico de Monterrey) on the future of global health. 👉 http://tinyurl.com/GHM-E54

In case you missed it! At the @worldhealthsummit.bsky.social session on tackling Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs), APHRC’s @ckyobutungi.bsky.social joined global leaders to explore solutions for stronger, more equitable health systems. Learn more: www.youtube.com/live/FkwoDFB.... #APHRCResearch

In the newest #GlobalHealthMatters podcast ep. - check out @ckyobutungi.bsky.social  (@aphrc.bsky.social) on turning disruption into opportunity to advance resilient, equitable health systems with @garryaslanyan.bsky.social . 👉 http://tinyurl.com/GHM-E54

Meet Catherine Kyobutungi (@ckyobutungi.bsky.social), Co-Editor-in-Chief of PLOS Global Public Health, and discover a journal redefining #GlobalHealth research through equity, inclusion, and collaboration - and why it matters now more than ever. 📽️ Watch the interview: plos.io/4osstx3

📣 Check out our fearless Editor in Chief, @ckyobutungi.bsky.social, talking about all things @plosglobalpublichealth.org 🌍

Catch our #IamAPHRC highlights from the #NairobiEvidenceWeek featuring the Impact Evaluation team. We shared why evidence-led leadership in African institutions matters, and how evaluation can drive real policy change. youtu.be/rjAz0xTWwnw?si…#APHRCResearchc#WeAreAfricaca

On this #ISAD2025, the evidence is clear: denying safe abortion doesn’t end it but only entrenches inequality. The rich can access it in discretion; the poor face complications, stigma, and death. #SRHR policies must be rooted in evidence, dignity, and equity. #ISAD2025 #EndUnsafeArbortion

APHRC’s @ckyobutungi.bsky.social speaks today at the Forward Africa Leaders Symposium 2025, NASDAQ New York. The forum brings together Heads of State, policymakers, and CEOs to shape Africa’s digital and economic future. 📅 Sept 22 | ⏰ 2:30 PM (EDT) | 🔗 buff.ly/g97KfPg #APHRCResearch #WeAreAfrica

Looking forward to joining fellow global health leaders at the World Health Summit 2025 in Berlin. I’ll be sharing perspectives on health equity and policy transformation for sustainable impact. Let's connect and exchange ideas on building a fairer healthier world. #WHS2025 #GlobalHealth

Big Pharma still benefits from an anti-vaccine policy lol. I am sure some have already started studies for new treatments for things like diptheria and tetanus - the US market will be ripe in a year or so #justsaying

As famine plagues Gaza, NPR exclusive reporting looks at the U.S.'s role in the humanitarian crisis. Many former officials NPR interviewed share a common refrain: Did we do enough to prevent this? n.pr/3VnVTQm

Are you looking for premium office space in Nairobi? Spacious and secure office spaces with modern amenities are now available for leasing at our #IamAPHRC Kitisuru campus. Contact: 0720 359 878 or [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])

#IamAPHRC will be in Accra next week for the 5th DS-I Data for Health in Africa Consortium. Beyond joining the conversation, we’ll host a side event on the State of Data Science for Health in Africa with 14 research teams across the continent.

Tomorrow, I will be delivering a keynote at the Women’s Health & Feminist Agenda in Global Health Conference hosted by the French Embassy in Kenya and Somalia with Sciences Po. This comes at a crucial moment when women’s health and reproductive rights are facing growing pushbacks,

Follow the whole conversation here, alongside leading African voices on the Future of Africa- U.S. Health Diplomacy. youtu.be/SOK2CLGq6mM?...

bsky.app/profile/ckyo... New definitions for 'Christians' and 'Christianity' are urgently needed.

🎧 Encore Episode Dr Catherine Kyobutungi ( @ckyobutungi.bsky.social) and Prof Agnes Binagwaho outline the real impacts of colonial legacies, and the steps needed for more equitable global health systems. 🎙 Hosted by @garryaslanyan.bsky.social  🎧 https://tinyurl.com/GHM-Encore2

Don't miss out on #IamAPHRC's 2024 Annual Report; a journey of real impact, innovation, and influence in research and development across the continent. We’re not just witnessing change. We’re lighting the way for it. Read more: buff.ly/Bzuo2GL #LightingTheWayforAfrica #WeAreAfrica

So pleased to see that @plosglobalpublichealth.org journal has its first ever Impact Factor! 👏 👏 Kudos to the entire team lead by @juliarobinson.bsky.social, @ckyobutungi.bsky.social & a highly diverse team of Section and Academic Editors from around the world!

“APHRC continued on a strong trajectory,” noted Bunmi Makinwa and @ckyobutungi.bsky.social. In 2024, the Center launched its first Africa Health and Development Symposium, introduced 18 innovations, and informed 12 policy changes across Africa. Read more: buff.ly/7TGdfu9. #LightingTheWayforAfrica

It's a huge honor to be among the five global thought leaders commissioned by @wellcometrust.bsky.social to develop proposals that will help reshape a global health system built on equity, inclusivity, and long-term sustainability.

The recently concluded #KIXSEEDS AGM in Ouagadougou 🇧🇫 brought together teams from Burkina Faso, Kenya, Senegal, Togo & Uganda; all working to build stronger, smarter education systems in Africa through evidence and innovation. Catch the highlights here:https://t.co/4wDxrUPdEK

What happens when the US cuts global health funding to Africa? I’ll be joining the conversation today on the future of Africa–US health diplomacy. Let’s discuss what’s at stake and why Africa’s voice must be heard. 🕓 4–6pm EAT Join us online at: annenberg.usc.edu/events/ccl

URGENTLY Needed - New definitions for: ✅ Democracy ✅ Self-defense ✅ Human rights ✅ Genocide ✅ Terrorist/m ✅ Christian The current ones are not working 😭😭😭😭

Having evidence on what works is more important than ever. Next week, we're convening experts like Dean Karlan, @ckyobutungi.bsky.social, and @norad.no at our annual Africa Evidence Summit to discuss the present & future of African development. #AES2025 Join via livestream: go.cega.org/AESliveDay1

Its about to Go Down Just 8 days to go! 🔥 The beach is calling..but so its Amazing session at the 1st everPan-African AYSRHR Scientific Conference is where the action is! All routes—by road,air, or rail—are heading to Mombasa,Kenya @aphrc.bsky.social @steveougo.bsky.social @ckyobutungi.bsky.social

\#IamAPHRC is glad to join the 12th EDCTP Forum to explore fairer global health research partnerships. @ckyobutungi.bsky.social‬ will deliver a keynote on new funding models that better support African-led science. 📍Kigali | 🗓 June 16 | 🕓 4:00–4:20 PM #APHRCResearch #EDCTPForum #WeAreAfrica

Hello There 👋 Are you experiencing challenges while trying to register for the Conference. You can NOW REGISTER through this👇 register.oxfordabstracts.com/event/74465?pr… For any registration issues reach out to us at : [email protected]. @aphrc.bsky.social @ckyobutungi.bsky.social

Day 2 of 'Reimagining Global Health" continues w/ full steam! 🙏 to @seyeabimbola.bsky.social @thirushanaidu.bsky.social Stephanie Nixon, @ckyobutungi.bsky.social @juliarobinson.bsky.social Christine Ngaruiya for inspiring us all! My journey of capturing the day in a 📸 goes on! @madhupai.bsky.social

I am just here for the Elon vs. Trump memes and all the delicious schadenfreude

Sharing my thoughts on how stronger ties and cooperation between researchers and policymakers can transform evidence into real change across Africa. Watch more insights on why African-led data and collaboration matters now more than ever. youtu.be/cU0HoHwf1vM?...

I’m glad to be joining the Gates Foundation #Gates25 panel this Monday. I look forward to joining other leaders as we reflect on the foundation's 25 years of advancing health and equity and charting the course forward for health and development. Join us:https://buff.ly/IIcvShR June 2, @10.00 AM EAT

We are proud to share that #IamAPHRC’s ED, @ckyobutungi.bsky.social will be a panelist at the Gates Foundation @25 celebrations. 📅 Join us this Monday, June 2, at 10:00 AM EAT 👉 buff.ly/IIcvShR #WeAreAfrica #APHRCResearch

ICYMI - here's the big announcement by @billgates.com to give away $200b of his wealth over the next 20 years. Thoughts? www.gatesfoundation.org/ideas/articl...

Today, #IamAPHRC's @ckyobutungi.bsky.social hosted UNFPA Kenya Rep Mr. Anders Thomsen at our campus. Ahead of the upcoming UNFPA’s State of the World Population Report 2025 launch, they discussed possible collaboration areas aligned with the report and beyond. #WeAreAfrica #APHRCResearch

History in the making🎉 Be part of the 1st Pan-African AYSRHR Scientific Conference — June 24–27,2025 in Mombasa,🇰🇪 Theme:Youth SRHR in a World of Emerging Threats&Opportunities Register NOW👇 rhnk.org/conference @yieldhub.bsky.social @steveougo.bsky.social @aphrc.bsky.social @ckyobutungi.bsky.social

Earlier today, #IamAPHRC ED @ckyobutungi.bsky.social‬ hosted a team from Zetech University ahead of their Research & Innovation Week, where she’ll be Chief Guest. They discussed event plans and explored areas for collaboration. #APHRCResearch #WeAreAfrica

It's official. Resistance Summer School is happening. Columbia cancelled my class on Race, Media and International Affairs, but I'm going to teach it anyway. 100+ people have enrolled in just six hours. karenattiah.substack.com/p/enrollment...

Cities are changing fast and our health policies need to catch up. In The Lancet Global Health Series, I talk about why we must design urban health systems that reflect real-life choices people make every day. Watch the full series on: buff.ly/hSsrtLG for more insights. @thelancet.bsky.social

A Haitian woman has just died at ICE’s heinous Krome prison. www.usatoday.com/story/news/n...

Did you know? Vaccines save 4–5 million lives every year globally yet 1 in 5 African children still miss out on basic childhood vaccines. Investing in immunization isn't charity, it's a smart public health policy. #VaccinesWork #WorldImmunizationWeek

In the latest @thelancet.bsky.social Global Health Series, #IamAPHRC's @ckyobutungi.bsky.social calls for innovative policies that reflect the realities of urban health markets—leveraging choice, competition, and user agency for better outcomes. buff.ly/hSsrtLG #WeAreAfrica #APHRCResearch

New book alert! Urban Health in Africa, edited by Elaine Nsoesie & @aphrc.bsky.social's BlessingMberu, explores how rapid urbanization is reshaping health, housing, climate, and inequality across the continent. A must-read! #IamAPHRC #APHRCResearch Access it here: press.jhu.edu/books/title/12…

This man has been an MP since the 1980s and has also held high ranks in the government. He saw it wise to build a church for the people to thank God for his healing after treatment abroad. How many Ugandans can afford to fly to Germany for chemo and radiotherapy? The mediocrity is truly appalling.

After completing my Ph.D. in Germany, my husband and I returned to Africa, ready to contribute to the continent’s health research. We both joined @aphrc.bsky.social as postdoc fellows. Here's the story of my incredible journey of growth, purpose and belonging at #IamAPHRC 👇🏿 youtu.be/M6VYE8NsLe4?si…

Early bird registration for the 8th RHNK Pan African AYSRHR Scientific Conference has been extended till April 30th, 2025! Lock in your discounted rate and be part of Africa’s premier AYSRHR event. Secure your spot now👉: rhnk.org/conference @aphrc.bsky.social @ckyobutungi.bsky.social l

Why are 'prophets' and faith healers so common in Africa? Check out our podcast on Global Health Unfiltered, where we discuss the effects of faith healers on health, and more, especially in light of the revelations from TB Joshua's documentary. youtu.be/zguOweWalb0?...

Global official development assistance dropped 7.1% in 2024 — the first decline in half a decade — as donor countries scaled back funding for Ukraine, humanitarian crises, and refugee costs.