“The old model of foreign-led development is fading. In its place we must build a new one, focused on outcomes and efficiency”
My thoughts on the urgent need for efficiency, not austerity. #UntilWeAreAllSafe
@villagereach.bsky.social @ghs.bsky.social @who.int @unicef.org

Africa Health Sovereignty Summit has spoken. Reimagining #GlobalHealth so Africa can lead its resilient & self-sustaining health systems with a primary healthcare focus. A legacy of health leadership has arrived. #UntilWeAreAllSafe
@villagereach.bsky.social
@who.int

Innovative investment in child health is a key indicator esp in Africa. In this interview with @rfi.fr I said reduce waste & increase efficiency; focus on community priorities; & start with affordable interventions.
#UntilWeAreAllSafe
@villagereach.bsky.social
@unicef.org
@who.int
rfi.my/BuvS

How do we reach the people who are still under-reached?
“By strengthening what works, elevating what matters and creating the space for collaboration across every level.” #UntilWeAreAllSafe - Dr. Ahmed Ogwell-FAPH
@villagereach.bsky.social

www.villagereach.org/2025/08/05/v...

Reflecting on the #DELTASAfrica 10-year anniversary meeting, there’s so much science in Africa. #ScienceDiplomacy is required to increase its utility & visibility. Science is not a stranger in #Africa. Science lives here!
#UntilWeAreAllSafe
@villagereach.bsky.social

We’re looking for a professional to support the President/CEO of @VillageReach. Deep knowledge of Africa’s health leadership at country & international levels? Astrategic thinker? Willing to work at community level? Come tell us. #UntilWeAreAllSafe

apply.workable.com/j/A796A8DF2F...

Honored to speak at #DELTASAfrica 2025. It gathers #Africa’s leading scientists & stakeholders to advance scientific research & celebrate a decade of transformative impact.
Let’s shape the future of African science together #UntilWeAreAllSafe. For Science is not a stranger in Afrika.

Thanks Mama #GracaMachel for the warm welcome & lessons on @villagereach.bsky.social. The vision lives on 25 years later, from a crisis & delivered by professionals advancing health equity through innovation, partnership & #healthsystem transformation.
#UntilWeAreAllSafe
#VillageReach25

"One key challenge I remain deeply committed to addressing is ensuring no one is left behind by the health system, no matter where they live," says @laktarr001.bsky.social the CEO & President of @villagereach.bsky.social
#UntilWeAreAllSafe
allafrica.com/stories/2025...

Just another #African village boy wanting to make the world 🌍 safer!
#UntilWeAreAllSafe

@laktarr001.bsky.social of @villagereach.bsky.social

At #IADR2025, I gave the Distinguished Lecture Series - Opportunities for Oral Health Professionals in #HealthSecurity. Thru mentorship; more #GlobalHealth in #OralHealth; & growing future leaders. “When it comes to global health security, there is no “them”, there’s only “us”! #UntilWeAreAllSafe.

One frame, two decades of @villagereach.bsky.social leadership. Emily Bancroft, Allen Wilcox & @laktarr001.bsky.social. Allen led the early development, Emily steered its growth, Ahmed stands on their shoulders during major transitions in #GlobalHealth. It’s a marathon & a relay. To more success. 🥂

May 25, 1963 #AfricanUnity arose. The vision of the founding leaders is embodied in #Agenda2063. #AfricaDay 2025 is the #YearOfReparations for African people & those of African descent.
Address historical injustices & walk to a more equitable future!
#UntilWeAreAllSafe
@afdbgroup.bsky.social

A milestone for #youth, #Africa & #GlobalHealth. To achieve tangible impact, we must act differently & decisively. It’s time to have #YCHWs engaging & making a positive difference in our communities. Today!
#UntilWeAreAllSafe
@who.int
@unicef.org

forum.futureafrica.com/research-ins...

I was honored to speak (virtually) at an important #WHA78 side event on the UN High Level Meeting on #NCDs. I emphasized the need to ensure #OralHealth is in the final declaration and be part of the indicators for success.
#UntilWeAreAllSafe
@who.int

Roots - for security, belonging, a strong foundation.
Wings - to explore, learn, pursue dreams.
#UntilWeAreAllSafe

I'm priviledged to continue the excellent work of a high-performing team led by Emily Bancroft. It's a debt of gratitude & a promise to deliver the ship safely to the next port.
To all our partners - I'm ready to serve by learning & rowing the boat together.
#UntilWeAreAllSafe

I'm humbled & honoured to join @villagereach.bsky.social. I thank the Board for the confidence & I look forward to working closely with the talented teams to deliver on the promise of increasing access to essential health services.
#UntilWeAreAllSafe

www.villagereach.org/press_releas...

October 10 is World Mental Health Day. Safe, healthy working environments can act as a protective factor for mental health. Make your 🫵🏽 work environment mental-health-safe!
#WMHD2024
#WorldMentalHealthDay

#ClimateChange & #AMR are a big threat to #globalhealth. “We need knowledge, infrastructure & funding to address this double challenge” - my message at the #UNGA79 side event.

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