Maureen Awuor Okoth

Humanitarian and Development Specialist, passionate about Global Health Research, Development and Innovation.

[Maureen Awuor Okoth @MaureenAwuorr]

It was such a pleasure having a conversation with the Gates Foundation on The Future of Health.
@Amref_Worldwide @CHReaDKenya @SAHTACtweets @SpeakUpAfrica1

[Gates Foundation @gatesfoundation]

What does the future of health mean to you? We asked people at #WHS2024 this question and their responses are worth listening to. Watch the video and answer the question yourself in the comments 👇

[Amref Health Africa @Amref_Worldwide]

Fridah Mwendia, Africa Market Development Specialist, Clinical Operations, @IQVIA_global, challenged the barriers women face in science, emphasising that inequality isn’t always visible; it’s often embedded in policies and benefits that overlook who women truly are.

“We need to stop trying to fix the woman, and start fixing the system.”

A powerful call to rethink how we design equitable opportunities in science and health.
#CPHIA2025 #GenderEquity #WomenInHealth

[Amref Health Africa @Amref_Worldwide]

Dr. Atuganile Musyani, Epidemiologist, Global Health Security Agenda at @AmrefTanzania, shared her personal experience as a medical student and the challenges she faced along the way.

She emphasised that gender disparity begins in our minds and is ultimately reflected in our policies. A powerful reminder that achieving equity in health starts with transforming perspectives as much as systems.
#CPHIA2025 #GenderEquity #WomenInHealth

[Amref Health Africa @Amref_Worldwide]

Neetha Morar, Research Support and Engagement Specialist, @MRCza, said, "The language and words that we use are critical. Science is about asking questions and not just about clinical trials."
#CPHIA2025 #GenderEquity #WomenInHealth

[Amref Health Africa @Amref_Worldwide]

At #CPHIA2025, @AHRIDA_ , @SpeakUpAfrica1, @SAHTACtweets and @CHReaDKenya hosted a session titled, "Bridging the Health Research, Development and Innovation Gap: Turning Recommendations into Action for Women in Science"

The session stressed the importance of translating policies into concrete action and appreciating the role of women and their contributions to science.

"When women lead, we move from talking to walking"
@CChamdimba, @NEPAD_Agency
#GenderEquity #WomenInHealth

[CHReaD @CHReaDKenya]

Exciting times at the #SmartAdvocacy workshop! We're diving deep into strategies to drive impactful policy change for health R&D. Collaboration, evidence, and innovation at the core of our advocacy efforts! 💡📢 #HealthAdvocacy #PolicyChange #CHReaD

[CHReaD @CHReaDKenya]

The best innovations are those fulfilling their purpose. At #AHAIC2025, the AHRIDA launch sparks discussions on strategic partnerships, investing in African universities, and mentorship to bridge the gender gap in R&D. Together, we're shaping Africa's health innovation future.

[SAHTACtweets @SAHTACtweets]

Nontsikelelo Mazibuko, From Loncama Group kicks off the round table session on Strengthening Africa’s Health Research, Development & Innovation (HRD&I) Capacity on the importance of catalyzing HRD&I in Africa. #AHIAC2025 #AfricaHealth2025 #AHRIDA

[Amref International University (AMIU) @AmrefUniversity]

Today, during an @AbbottNews sponsored panel session at #AIDS2024 in Munich, Germany, Dr. Micah Matiang'i, Director of ODeL at @AmrefUniversity, engaged in a discussion about acute HIV infection among pregnant women.
#InspiringLastingChange
@iasociety

[CHReaD @CHReaDKenya]

@Amref_Worldwide @MaureenAwuorr We must craft an equitable global health R&D advocacy agenda that centers on community engagement, inclusive research, and access to innovations for all.
Join @MaureenAwuorr at #AIDS2024 #HealthRnD

[Amref Health Africa @Amref_Worldwide]

We are in Munich, Germany for the 25th International AIDS Conference - #AIDS2024. This global event brings together scientists, policymakers, healthcare professionals, people living with HIV, funders, media, and communities to advance the HIV response.

Join us for amazing poster presentations as a prelude to expediting the fight to #EndAIDS by 2030.

#AmrefAtAIDS2024 @AmrefTanzania @CHReaDKenya

[AUDA-NEPAD @NEPAD_Agency]

Day 1 of our 3-day stakeholder capacity-building workshop on the AMRH, AMA treaty, and AU model law, in partnership with @PATH! 🌍 insightful discussions ahead to strengthen medical products regulation in Africa. #HealthForAll #AMRH #AMA #AU #PATH

[AUDA-NEPAD @NEPAD_Agency]

Day 2 of our capacity-building workshop: Participants discussed their experiences & challenges with regulatory harmonization. We explored how to enable local manufacturing across Africa, emphasizing the role each country plays in the medicinal product supply chain. #Agenda2063 #AfricanManufacturing

[Joint Learning Network @JLN4UHC]

" By leveraging country pairing, coaching, and adaptive learning, we can build resilient and sustainable health systems that effectively address the unique challenges of LMICs." Dr Mercy Mwangangi, Snr.Director @Amref_Worldwide #AmrefATWHA77 #UHC #WHA77 #SouthSouthCollaboration

[Joint Learning Network @JLN4UHC]

"Cross-country collaboration is vital for achieving universal health coverage. By sharing diverse perspectives and innovative solutions, we can tackle common challenges more effectively and sustainably." @kadarpeta, ED @JLN4HC #UHC #WHA77 #SouthSouthCollaboration

[Maureen Awuor Okoth @MaureenAwuorr]

Join us tomorrow at the Africa Health R&D week
please follow the link below: https://t.co/nohVmiILq4 register.

[State House Kenya @StateHouseKenya]

Africa 2023 Manufacturing Expo, KICC, Nairobi County. https://t.co/LS76yMTxim

[Amref Health Africa @Amref_Worldwide]

🌍🤝 Collaboration is at the heart of shaping Africa's health agenda. Engaging closely with @_AfricanUnion member state representatives and organizations like @AfricaCDC and @WHOAFRO is essential. Let's collaborate for a healthier and more prosperous Africa. #AmrefAtUNGA78 #UNGA78

[Africa CDC @AfricaCDC]

Africa is making strides in developing its Pandemic Prevention, Preparedness and response #PPPR architecture. A crucial pillar is our ability to manufacture life-saving health products and technologies, reinforcing Africa's role in Global Health Security. #NewPublicHealthOrder

[Dr Jean Kaseya @Dr_JeanKaseya]

At the #UNGA78 @African Union #PPPR side event, I reaffirmed the commitment of @AfricaCDC in collaboration with other agencies to achieve Africa’s aspirations in the local manufacturing ecosystem.
From political will, regulatory harmonization, market shaping and Private sector involvement, we're paving the way for a brighter healthcare future in Africa. 
#NewPublicHealthOrder #PPPR
@AUC_MoussaFaki @AfCFTA