Maura Malanga

Communications Officer at the Centre of Excellence in Women and Child Health, Aga Khan University

[CM Advocates LLP @CMAdvocatesKE]

𝟭𝟮 𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀. 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘀. 𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗷𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗲𝘆. ❤️

From where we started to where we are today, the journey has been shaped by growth, change, bold ideas, and most importantly, the people who have been part of it.

In this special anniversary video, our team reflects on how far we’ve come, the impact we’ve made, and what the past 12 years have meant to us.

To our clients, partners, colleagues, alumni, and everyone who has trusted, supported, challenged, and grown with us, 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗯𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗠 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆.

Here’s to 12 years of impact, and to everything still ahead. 🚀

#CMAt12 #12YearsOfImpact #Anniversary #OurJourney #TeamCM #LawFirm #KenyaLaw #GrowthAndImpact #CMAdvocates

[CM Advocates LLP @CMAdvocatesKE]

Is a title deed always conclusive proof of ownership?

In a significant decision, the Court of Appeal has clarified that title to land is ONLY protected where it is rooted in a lawful allocation process, particularly where public land is involved.

Read our full analysis below ⬇️

[AKU CoE Women and Child Health @AKUCoEWCHEA]

We are pleased to share our 2024 Annual Magazine, a reflection of our journey over the previous year, highlighting stories of impact, key milestones, & our collective efforts in driving progress towards women, adolescent, & child health.

📖 Read it here: https://t.co/e1DA2zgsti

[AKU CoE Women and Child Health @AKUCoEWCHEA]

The BRIDGE Network has officially been launched! 🎉

BRIDGE Network is a consortium of 12 leading African and European institutions, jointly funded by the European Union and @EDCTP3, that aims to train the next generation of infectious disease experts.

#Research #GlobalHealth

[AKU CoE Women and Child Health @AKUCoEWCHEA]

📢 HAPPENING NOW!

The kick-off meeting of the @EDCTP3 funded BRIDGE NETWORK, hosted by @AKUGlobal and @AKUCoEWCHEA, is currently ongoing. BRIDGE NETWORK is an African-European consortium that will train African infectious diseases experts in health informatics and data sciences.

[AKU CoE Women and Child Health @AKUCoEWCHEA]

A hearty congratulations to our Director, Prof Marleen Temmerman @MamaDaktari, who received the prestigious title of ‘Commander in the Order of Leopold’ from His Majesty King Philippe of Belgium for her exceptional contributions to women and girls’ health, equity, and rights.

[AKU CoE Women and Child Health @AKUCoEWCHEA]

Catch the WHEELER study findings disseminated through a community theatre performance streaming live on YouTube now! WHEELER sheds light on the often overlooked experiences of female healthcare workers during health emergencies.

Link: https://t.co/fZxIiwseaa

#GenderEquity

[AKU CoE Women and Child Health @AKUCoEWCHEA]

HAPPENING NOW!

Today Science and Arts unite at the WHEELER study dissemination in Mombasa County as we share the findings and recommendations through an innovative community theatre performance by S.A.F.E.

Stay tuned for more information.

#WomenInHealth #GenderEquity #COVID19

[AKU CoE Women and Child Health @AKUCoEWCHEA]

5 days to go!

The National HPV & Cervical Cancer Symposium is a key opportunity to engage with experts on strategies for eliminating cervical cancer in Kenya. Don’t miss out!

🗓️Nov 18 | 🕗8:00am-2:30pm

Register here: https://t.co/9DXIxVPhKN

#HPVPrevention #EndCervicalCancer

[AKU CoE Women and Child Health @AKUCoEWCHEA]

Did you know cervical cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths among women in Kenya with 10 lives lost daily to this preventable disease? Join us virtually for a HPV & Cervical Cancer Symposium to shift this narrative. Register here: https://t.co/9DXIxVPhKN
#EndCervicalCancer

[AKU CoE Women and Child Health @AKUCoEWCHEA]

We held a successful dissemination meeting today, in partnership with @DOHKilifi, where we shared the findings from our #BreastCancer research study which explored the current landscape of early detection and care of breast cancer in Nairobi and Kilifi counties.

#WomenHealth

[AKU CoE Women and Child Health @AKUCoEWCHEA]

A fruitful day it was as we hosted a dissemination meeting to share key findings from the "Preparing for Transformation: Situational Analysis of Breast Cancer in Kenya" (BreastCa) project which aims to enhance early detection and care of #BreastCancer.

[AKU CoE Women and Child Health @AKUCoEWCHEA]

As we continue with efforts to improve pregnancy outcomes, we are empowering pregnant mothers through community health dialogues where we inform them of danger signs in pregnancy and the importance of early antenatal care and ultrasound, with the support of @Philips.

#ANC

[AKU CoE Women and Child Health @AKUCoEWCHEA]

Our Director, Prof Marleen Temmerman @MamaDaktari, has been appointed as Chair of the Board of Directors of the Coast General Teaching & Referral Hospital @CoastReferral, marking a significant step towards advancing healthcare at the region’s most critical health institution.

[AKU CoE Women and Child Health @AKUCoEWCHEA]

A fruitful meeting it has been for the power team working to enhance maternal healthcare by making ultrasound services affordable and accessible to all.

Read more about their work improving pregnancy outcomes here: https://t.co/L4idVEvYgT

#research #AI #ultrasound

[AKU CoE Women and Child Health @AKUCoEWCHEA]

It was a great pleasure hosting our counterparts from CoEWCH - Pakistan to learn more about each other's work, share ideas & discuss future collaborations. We look forward to a fruitful partnership to reach our shared goal of enhancing the health of women, adolescents & children.

[AKU CoE Women and Child Health @AKUCoEWCHEA]

We were honoured to host the Kenya UNESCO Chairs Annual Meeting today, facilitated by KNATCOM @NatcomUnescoKe, whereby the UNESCO Chairs presented updates on their progress of activities and impact and held discussions on the way forward, including future collaborative efforts.

[AKU CoE Women and Child Health @AKUCoEWCHEA]

Happy to announce that we are part of the newly launched #ProtectNetwork. We aim to set the stage for #GBSVaccine and #RSVVaccine trials in Sub-Saharan Africa in preparation for the decade of #MaternalImmunization.

Learn more: https://t.co/UIc2CXtQfb

@EDCTP3 #ProtectNetwork

[AKU CoE Women and Child Health @AKUCoEWCHEA]

As we continue to celebrate all mothers, we underscore the importance of ultrasounds in ensuring positive pregnancy outcomes and reaffirm our commitment to advance maternal healthcare by making ultrasounds accessible and affordable.

@PhilipsKenya @MamaDaktari

#mothersday2024

[AKU CoE Women and Child Health @AKUCoEWCHEA]

Join us today at 5pm EAT for this discussion with our director, Prof Marleen Temmerman @MamaDaktari, on "My journey in women's health and rights" as part of the @LOrealGroupe / @UNESCO For Women in Science (FWIS) Speaker Series.

Register here: https://t.co/UoycB1sTTC