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, MA, PMP

Communications Officer, Africa

University of Toronto, Africa Secretariat

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Senior Lecturer and Head, Engineering Department; HEMP Pillar Lead

Ashesi University

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, PhD

Dean, School of Public Health

Moi University

Leaders in Health: DFCM [name not confirmed yet]

Addis Ababa University

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Leaders in Health: Women Global Health Leadership Fellowship

University of Cape Town

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Leila Serwaah Khalid , MA, PMP

Communications Officer, Africa

University of Toronto

Leila Serwaah Khalid is a seasoned communications and brand expert with over a decade of experience driving impactful narratives across diverse industries and continents. She has a proven track record of transforming brands into thought leaders, securing high-profile media placements in outlets such as BBC, CNN, Time Magazine, and Reuters.

Leila has excelled at leading dynamic marketing teams and executing successful multimedia campaigns that drive awareness, enhance reputation, and expand customer bases across African and European markets.


Her expertise spans strategic planning, digital marketing, content development, and public relations.


Currently, she serves as Communications Officer for Africa at the University of Toronto, where she spearheads communication strategies for the Africa Health Collaborative, collaborating with 10 institutional partners.


Leila holds a Master’s degree in Communication Studies from the University of Ghana, a certification in Marketing Management from the University of Stellenbosch, and a Bachelor of Laws from KNUST, Ghana. She is also a certified Project Management Professional by the Project Management Institute.

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Elena Rosca

Senior Lecturer and Head, Engineering Department; HEMP Pillar Lead

Ashesi University

Dr. Elena Rosca is the Senior Lecturer and Head, Engineering Department and HEMP Pillar Lead

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Patrick Kerre, PhD

Dean, School of Public Health

Moi University