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Displaced into Purpose: From Kakuma Refugee Camp to the World Health Organization
This is the story of a young person’s journey from Kakuma Refugee Camp to the WHO – showing how lived experience can drive innovation in global health My name is Kuol Maper Alier. I was born in South Sudan, but my early life was shaped by displacement, resilience, and a relentless pursuit of purpose. I […]
Internship Opportunities Open in Ghana
The Africa Health Collaborative Secretariat is seeking two interns based in Ghana to support the communications team. See details of the two roles below. Communications Associate Position Overview The Communications Associate will play a key role in driving Africa Health Collaborative’s visibility and storytelling efforts. This individual will research priority health topics, engage partners and program leads, […]
2026-2027 Doctor of Public Health Scholarships Open
We are pleased to announce the start of the 2026-2027 Mastercard Foundation graduate scholarship recruitment at the University of Toronto. This doctoral scholarship opportunity is open to recent alumni and graduating students at our Africa Health Collaborative partner universities. These graduate scholarships will be awarded to individuals who have demonstrated academic excellence in associated health-related disciplines […]
A Tribe Forged in Health: Leadership and Lifelong Bonds at WGHLF 2025
Leadership Coaching and Candid Conversations Kenyan leadership coach and governance expert, Dr. Susan Kinyeki, led a leadership coaching session that encouraged deep reflection on personal leadership journeys, identifying the ‘why ‘ and embracing the power of your voice. The highlight was a series of candid conversations with some of the most accomplished African female leaders in […]
Apply for the Mastercard Foundation Doctor of Public Health Scholarship
How to Apply: Step One Prospective applicants must first consult the admission requirements for the Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) program of study. The link above will guide you in exploring this program. If you meet the academic requirements of this program, please follow through to step two. Step Two Review the recording of the […]