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African Population and Health Research Center @aphrc.bsky.social · 3d

Today is #WorldCerebralPalsyDay. In Africa, CP affects about 3.34 per 1,000 children, far higher than in developed nations, leaving many excluded from essential services like education. Kenya’s Persons with Disabilities Act (2025) offers hope if fully implemented.

African Population and Health Research Center @aphrc.bsky.social · 4d

At APHRC, we recognize that quality education depends on empowered teachers. Our research informs policies that strengthen teacher development, improve classroom environments, and create supportive learning environments.

Happy #WorldTeachersDay!
#APHRCResearch #WeAreAfrica #IamAPHRC

African Population and Health Research Center @aphrc.bsky.social · 7d

🎥 Video Alert
Here is a highlight of the lived realities of sexual and gender minorities in Kenya. This video spotlights ongoing patterns of exclusion, discrimination, and violence against LGBTQ+ individuals in Kenya, despite constitutional guarantees of equality.

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Lived realities of sexual and gender minorities in Kenya

This video highlights persistent patterns of systemic exclusion, discrimination and violence against LGBTQ+ individuals in Kenya. Despite constitutional guarantees of equality, outdated colonial laws…

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African Population and Health Research Center @aphrc.bsky.social · 9d

At the Speakers of African Parliaments Conference in Midrand, #IamAPHRC’s Anthony Mveyange shared on AI’s role in Africa’s future. He called for investment in talent, flexible regulation, ethical governance, and partnerships to drive responsible AI-led growth.

#AIForAfrica #APHRCResearch

African Population and Health Research Center @aphrc.bsky.social · 9d

The Center’s Challenging the Politics of Social Exclusion team is in Benin with Rutgers University and Association Béninoise pour la Promotion de la Famille for a knowledge-sharing event on the Safe Choice Study, focusing on safe abortion and future stakeholder engagement.

#APHRCResearch #SRHR

African Population and Health Research Center @aphrc.bsky.social · 10d

We’re excited to partner with #IamAPHRC West Africa and Senegal’s Health, Population & Development Journalists’ Association. With 90 journalists across 14 regions, this network will enhance dialogue, increase evidence use, and foster impactful health communication.

#APHRCResearch #WeAreAfrica

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African Population and Health Research Center @aphrc.bsky.social · 10d

#IamAPHRC’s Dr. Caroline Kabiru, Lead of Sexual, Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child, and Adolescent Health Unit, shares insights on the Challenging the Politics of Social Exclusion program and its work advancing sexual and reproductive health and rights.

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#APHRCResearch #SRHR

Advancing SRHR in Africa through the Challenging the Politics of Social Exclusion (CPSE) Program

Dr. Caroline Kabiru, Lead for Sexual, Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child, and Adolescent Health (SRMNCAH) at the African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC), shares insights on the…

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African Population and Health Research Center @aphrc.bsky.social · 10d

APHRC’s INSPIRE team, led by Ivan Busulwa with Rachel Odhiambo and Henry Owoko, visited Manhiça and Quelimane HDSS sites in Mozambique to strengthen data systems, support maternal health surveillance, improve data quality, & advance FAIR data for health & urban policy.

#WeAreAfrica #APHRCResearch

African Population and Health Research Center @aphrc.bsky.social · 10d

News Flash 🌍 Five bold regional proposals are reimagining global health architecture with decentralization, new financing models, and equity at the core.

By @ckyobutungi.bsky.social (APHRC), Shadi Saleh, Paola Abril Campos Rivera, Kelley Lee & Swee Kheng Khor.

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#ReimaginingHealth

Global health reimagined: proposed functions, structures, and forms from five regions

As we enter the second quarter of the 21st century, geopolitical shifts and funding cuts have created a necessity for reinvention of the global health architecture. While the crisis is severe and…

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African Population and Health Research Center @aphrc.bsky.social · 11d

Today on #ISAD2025, we share findings from a recent APHRC, Guttmacher & Ministry of Health study: 🇰🇪 had 793K abortions in 2023, 1 in 4 among adolescents. 1 in 6 women faced life-threatening complications, yet only 18% of facilities offer post-abortion care.

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African Population and Health Research Center @aphrc.bsky.social · 13d

Something exciting is brewing….Stay tuned.

#IamAPHRC #WeAreAfrica #APHRCResearch

African Population and Health Research Center @aphrc.bsky.social · 13d

At APHRC, we believe everyone deserves the power to decide when & if to have children. On #WorldContraceptionDay, we renew our call for accurate info, stronger policies & real access so “a choice for all” moves from slogan to reality.

#APHRCResearch #WeAreAfrica

African Population and Health Research Center @aphrc.bsky.social · 13d

The APHRC SISTARS project held a Gender Mainstreaming workshop, bringing together cross-sector stakeholders & researchers to review gender statistics in STEM, explore barriers to equity, and begin shaping a vision for a gender-transformative future.

#WeAreAfrica #APHRCResearch

African Population and Health Research Center @aphrc.bsky.social · 14d

#IamAPHRC’s Brown Onguko heads to Cape Town for the AI for Africa Conference and AI for Development Partners Meeting (Sept 29–Oct 4, 2025). He’ll bring APHRC’s data science expertise into key conversations on AI and Africa’s future.

#WeAreAfrica #APHRCResearch

African Population and Health Research Center @aphrc.bsky.social · 14d

APHRC’s Patrice Mawa and Caliph Kirui are packing their best ideas for Cape Town. From September 29 to October 4, they’ll be sharing fresh takes on biobanking best practices at the Biobanking Conference.

Stay tuned for updates.

#WeAreAfrica #APHRCResearch

African Population and Health Research Center @aphrc.bsky.social · 14d

Join APHRC’s Executive Director, @CKyobutungibsky.social, for a Teatime Conversation with IPPHL alumni. She’ll share insights on health systems, NCD research, and capacity building.

⏰ 6PM EAT | 📍 Zoom: buff.ly/i5198fl

#APHRCResearch #Leadership #PublicHealth

African Population and Health Research Center @aphrc.bsky.social · 14d

Join us today as #IamAPHRC’s Peterrock Muriuki shares findings from the PROTECT Study on Nation FM Kenya. The study tests a parent-training program to strengthen parent-teen talks on sexual & reproductive health in Nairobi’s informal settlements.

🕒1200–1300 EAT

#SRHR #APHRCResearch

African Population and Health Research Center @aphrc.bsky.social · 15d

APHRC's representatives met the EAC Secretary General to explore collaboration on health & research. Discussions covered data for African solutions, pandemic preparedness, maternal health, and stronger partnerships for regional impact.

#APHRCResearch #WeAreAfrica

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African Population and Health Research Center @aphrc.bsky.social · 15d

Join APHRC & DataCite for a Data Governance Training on creating & linking DOIs. 📅 Oct 7, 2025 | 🕑 2–5 PM EAT. Learn to boost research visibility, discoverability & support FAIR data practices. Register: buff.ly/WMSUztP.

#DataGovernance #FAIRData #OpenScience #APHRCResearch

African Population and Health Research Center @aphrc.bsky.social · 15d

Are infants safe around pets? A study in Nairobi & Kisumu finds cats raise infant exposure risks, while penning domestic animals cuts faeces contact by 90%+.

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#WeAreAfrica #APHRCResearch

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African Population and Health Research Center @aphrc.bsky.social · 16d

Sugar-sweetened beverage taxes work. They reduce consumption, improve health, and generate revenue.

Here are the facts behind the myths: buff.ly/e5Lj112

#IamAPHRC #WeAreAfrica #APHRCResearch #ActOnNCDs

Myths vs Facts: Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Taxes - APHRC

This Myth vs Facts booklet on Sugar-Sweetened Beverage (SSB) Taxes serves as a public health awareness resource aimed at dispelling [...]Read More...

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African Population and Health Research Center @aphrc.bsky.social · 16d

At the Forward Africa Leaders’ Summit, APHRC signed 3 MOUs with SFA Foundation, APRM & GSMA, and the Pan-African Parliament to advance African-led research, digital transformation, and evidence-informed policy for a healthier, more equitable, resilient Africa.

#WeAreAfrica #APHRCResearch

African Population and Health Research Center @aphrc.bsky.social · 16d

🚨Happening today! Don’t miss insights from #SRHR experts on countering the anti-rights movement in Africa.

⏰ 3–4:30pm EAT | 2–3:30pm CAT | 1–2:30pm WAT
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#SRHR #APHRCResearch

African Population and Health Research Center @aphrc.bsky.social · 17d

Join us on Sept 23 for a webinar on countering the growing anti-rights movement and its impact on SRHR in Africa. CSOs, SRHR actors and human rights defenders will share strategies to sustain progress.

⏰ 3–4:30 PM EAT 🔗 buff.ly/VX5VN4G

#SRHR #IamAPHRC #APHRCResearch

African Population and Health Research Center @aphrc.bsky.social · 17d

Join us on Sept 23 for a webinar on countering the growing anti-rights movement and its impact on SRHR in Africa. CSOs, SRHR actors and human rights defenders will share strategies to sustain progress.

⏰ 3–4:30 PM EAT 🔗 buff.ly/VX5VN4G

#SRHR #IamAPHRC #APHRCResearch

African Population and Health Research Center @aphrc.bsky.social · 17d

This week, #IamAPHRC’s GGP-VA team is at the 7th EARIMA Conference in Uganda themed “Driving Research and Innovation for Socio-economic Transformation.” We’ll host oral presentations, an exhibition booth and a Grant Writing Workshop.

#GGPVA #APHRCVLA #WeAreAfrica #APHRCResearch