Opening up about your struggles is important for your mental health and emotional well being. Reach out to a counsellor, therapist or trusted friend/family member if you need to share what you are going through with someone. #MentalHealthAwareness|#MOHatWork

The Africa CDC Youth Programme appreciates our collaboration and continued support from the GIZ African Union, especially the SCPRA Team.

Honored to be featured in the GIZ African Union 2023 Annual Report. This reflects our collective efforts & the impact we can achieve together. Proud to contribute to such impactful initiatives, especially in the Strengthening Crisis & Pandemic Response in Africa program.

African youth are more than just a demographic; they are agents of change, professionals, innovators, advocates, and leaders in many sectors, especially the public health area. In many African countries, access to education and youth unemployment remain a critical challenge.

Happy to share that I have joined the Global Mental Health Peer Network Board of Management. After spending two years as Country Representative, I’m excited to work with my fellow Board members to build capacity among #PWLEs through empowerment, mentorship, & support across the globe. What an honor!

“Health cannot be a question of income; it’s a fundamental human right.” Nelson Mandela #MandelaDay #HealthForAll United Nations United Nations Foundation

The evidence is clear➡️we can only #EndAIDS when young people are leading at every stage of planning, programming & implementation. #AIDS2024 That is why I am proud of the PEPFAR Youth Initiative which will focus on youth leadership and equipping young people with essential

90% of healthcare providers are women. By investing in them, paying them, and creating a career ladder – you are also then working on gender equity. –Professor Senait Fisseha, Vice President of Global Programs, The Susan Thompson Buffet Foundation

The long-awaited season is finally here again. It is that time of the year for all young Africans to unite and amplify youth voices to achieve our common goal - #TheAfricaWeWant #YouthLeadershipInHealth #YouthEngagement #AfricaCDCYouth

Today is an exceptional day dedicated to recognizing the potential, accomplishments, and contributions of young people worldwide. #HappyInternationalYouthDay to every young person out there, making an impact and changing stories. 🫶

🗓️Mark your calendars The next MQ and DATAMIND - HDR UK Hub for Mental Health Research #DataScience meeting will be on the 24th of October. If you are a #MentalHealthResearcher working with data science, or if you want to be, then don't miss out. 👉Book your ticket today. ✅ ow.ly/ZIZw50T4O3m

CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: The call for applications for the Africa CDC Youth Pre-Conference 2024 - #YPC2024, in Rabat, Morocco, this November is still on. APPLICATION LINK: africacdc.org/news-item/call… DEADLINE: 31st August, 2024. #AfricaCDCYouth

After the Africa Public Health Student Network Initiative summit last week at University of Lagos, where I witnessed presentations from students across the continent. I would love to see those abstracts presented at #CPHIA24. Please apply! Submit your abstracts and join us in Rabat. 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞 𝐂. 𝐊𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐤𝐢, 𝐌𝐃, 𝐏𝐡𝐃𝐜 Rebecca Cherop

Congratulations Dr. Faustine Ndugulile on your new role as the WHO African Region Regional Director. Your visionary leadership & dedication to public health will continue to inspire & uplift the region. Wishing you great success as you lead us toward a healthier Africa for all.👏👏

Time To Reactivate Bingwa Initiative: The Role of Young People in Addressing the Current #Mpox Outbreak in Africa. Read more > rebeccacherop.wordpress.com/2024/09/02/the…

Good piece Ms. Rebecca Cherop The Africa CDC recognizes the crucial role played by youths during COVID19 Pandemic. Training and engagement of #YouthHealthAdvocates under the #Bingwa Initiative on #Mpox is critical to disseminate tailored (clear, accessible and easily understood)

Gutted by the loss of #RebeccaCheptegei. Her passing sheds light on the gender-based violence women face. Her talent inspired so many, but her passing reminds us that female athletes need more than applause-they need real support.💔💔 Joshua Cheptegei 🇺🇬🇺🇬 🥇🥇 Janet K Museveni KIPCHUMBA MURKOMEN, E.G.H