By Teresiah Mukera, Communications Officer, Aga Khan University The Aga Khan University Institute for Human Development, through the UZIMA-DS hub, held a three-day Health Communication and Policy Engagement training for researchers and scientists. The training, conducted in collaboration with the Aga Khan University Graduate School of Media and Communications (GSMC), sought to empower the scientists […]

The Aga Khan University Institute for Human Development (IHD) hosted over 70 experts in healthcare, data science and other key stakeholders to discuss advancements and achievements towards improving health outcomes in Africa. The annual event under the UtiliZe Health Information for Meaningful impact in East Africa through Data Science (UZIMA-DS) programme also served as a […]

UtiliZing Health Information for Meaningful Impact in East Africa through Data Science Pilot Projects Funding Announcement. As part of the DS-I Africa Consortium, the UZIMA-DS Research Hub is soliciting applications for Pilot Project grants. QUICK LINKS More information and how to apply: /UZIMA-DS-Pilot-Project FOA ITS.pdf Intent to Submit (ITS) form: (ITS) Application FORM Award Information […]

The Institute for Human Development (IHD) in partnership with the Graduate School of Media and Communications (GSMC) conducted a three-day training on ‘Data Journalism’ for journalists based in the coastal region. The training aimed at empowering journalists with skills on how to appropriately analyze information, find insights and produce stories from research data. More than […]

Artificial Intelligence (AI) will play an important role in healthcare to predict treatment outcomes. The application of AI models to clinical data will help health professionals perform better at their jobs and improve patient health outcomes. The UtiliZing health Information for Meaningful impact in East Africa through Data Science (UZIMA-DS) project under Aga Khan University’s […]

Tom Osanjo, a veteran journalist and mental health champion, recalls his struggle with severe depression and his journey to recovery. ”When I first started experiencing depression, I did not know that I was suffering from the disease. Generally, I am a very happy and extroverted person. However, in 2018, things changed. I would suddenly find […]