Aga Khan University’s Brain and Mind Institute Hosts Neuroscience Conference By Sharon Atieno To strengthen Africa’s capacity in neuroscience (study of the nervous system), particularly dementia research, the Aga Khan University’s Brain and Mind Institute hosted the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference (AAIC) Neuroscience Next Hub in Nairobi, Kenya’s capital. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates […]

High Blood Pressure Management Reduces Dementia Risk By Sharon Atieno Managing high blood pressure (hypertension) could lead to a reduced risk of dementia- the loss of cognitive functioning, including remembering, thinking and reasoning to an extent that it interferes with a person’s daily life activities. Prof. Raj Kalaria, Professor of Neuropathology, Translation and Clinical Research […]

Global Road Safety Push Gains New Commitments By Gift Briton At least 100 countries have backed a new roadmap to cut road traffic fatalities in half by 2030. Known as the Marrakech Declaration for Global Road Safety, countries have committed to make road safety a political priority and sustain funding for road safety initiatives. Ministers […]

Initiative to Strengthen Financial, Grant Management in African Institutions Unveiled By Sharon Atieno Though African research institutions play a crucial role in driving innovation and development, many struggle with financial management due to outdated practices, inadequate internal controls, and limited capacity to meet international donor standards. Against this backdrop, the African Population and Health Research […]

Kenya: Nairobi’s New Urban Farming Policy to Set Pace for Other Counties By Gift Briton Nairobi County is finalizing a policy dedicated specifically to promote and regulate urban and peri-urban agriculture. This framework is set to provide clear guidelines and prevent conflicts between city farmers and local authorities over unclear regulations. “Urban farming is a […]

Rapid Transformation Necessary to Realize Africa’s Agricultural Potential By Sharon Atieno Agriculture contributes significantly to Africa’s economy, accounting for almost 40 percent of gross domestic product and supporting two in three people across the continent. Despite this, the sector has been performing poorly with countries relying heavily on food imports. Speaking at the 8th Africa […]

Access to Finance, Healthy Soils Crucial to Boost Africa’s Agriculture By Joyce Ojanji With Africa’s food market expected to grow by about 10 percent, reaching an estimated market value of US$1 trillion by 2030, addressing issues that hinder the sector’s growth is crucial, including inadequate access to finances by farmers and unhealthy soils. This is […]