About the Blog
Public Health in Africa - Reclaiming the Narrative from the DiasporaAs a Sierra Leonean in the diaspora, I have always been passionate about improving health systems in Sierra Leone and the African continent at large. I hope to create a space to discuss public health issues on the continent while also shining a light on locally driven solutions and also share my experience navigating the public health field as a young professional. Views expressed are mine and do not represent organizations that I am affiliated with.
How I Started: Creating Tenacious Careers Services with Tina Mensa-Kwao
Learn more about Tina Mensa-Kwao and how she started Tenacious Career Services, a career support firm.
How I Started: Creating TCIM with Adama Saccoh
Learn more about Adama Saccoh and how she started The Catalyst in Me (TCIM) blog, a life science career hub.
How I Started: Rebranding Socials with Yasir Essar
Learn how Yasir Essar rebranded his social media to share knowledge on global health and grow his following.
How I Started: Writing & Publishing
Discover the inspiring journey of a public health enthusiast who started writing and persevered through unsuccessful attempts to publish.
2024 Faces of Africa: Beauty & Wellness and Decolonizing Global Health
The discussions and insights from the 2024 Faces of Africa conference, focus on decolonizing global health, beauty, and wellness.
2024 Faces of Africa: Competitions and Keynote Speakers
Discover the transformative changes and innovative solutions in African public health at the 2024 Faces of Africa conference.
Mapping Changemakers in Health Startups in Africa
Discover how health startups in Africa are revolutionizing healthcare access. Insights from Harvard's 2nd Annual Africa Health Conference.
Mapping Changemakers in Local Manufacturing in Africa
Discover the impact of local manufacturing in Africa and the push for health equity from Harvard's Second Annual Africa Health Conference.
Sierra Leone at 63: Focus on Public Health
Celebrating Sierra Leone's 63rd Independence Day with a focus on public health milestones and areas for improvement.
Mapping Changemakers in Health in Africa: The Conference Experience
Explore the inspiring and thought-provoking conference experience centered on 'Mapping Changemakers Transforming Health in Africa'.
37th African Union (AU) Summit and the Health Agenda on the Continent
Explore the 37th African Union (AU) Summit's focus on education and the continent’s health agenda.
The Impact of Climate Change on African Women's Health
This International Women's Day we discuss how climate change impacts African women's health.
Mapping Changemakers Transforming Health in Africa
Join the conversation at the Africa Health Conference as we delve into the theme 'Mapping Changemakers Transforming Health in Africa'.
2024 Tips for Young (Public Health) Professionals
Looking to have a successful 2024? Learn essential tips for success, from planning and searching to help you grow.
2023 Public Health in Africa Year in Review
Learn about some of the incredible public health milestones achieved in 2023 in Africa.
The YPC & CPHIA 2023 Experience: Featuring Aminata B. Wurie
This post shares Aminata B. Wurie's experiences at the Youth Pre-Conference and International Conference on Public Health in Africa.
Navigating the Human Toll Beyond Bullets: War and the Public Health Crisis in Sudan
Learn more about the devastating consequences of the public health crisis in Sudan caused by the war.
Free Movement of People in Africa: Potential Benefits to the Public Health Workforce
This post discusses how the free movement of people can improve the public health workforce.
Humanitarian Crises in North Africa
In September 2023, there was a 6.8 magnitude earthquake in the Marrakesh–Safi region in Morroco and there were floods in Derna, Libya...
How Can We Ensure A Better Response to Kush Addiction in Sierra Leone?
In commemorating World Mental Health Day, this post discusses the Kush epidemic in Sierra Leone.