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Didida to Host Digital Health Hackathon in Uganda

Didida to Host Digital Health Hackathon in Uganda

Didida to Host Digital Health Hackathon in UgandaWe are excited to announce the launch of a series of nine events aimed at citizens, students, and businesses, starting with a hackathon in Kampala, Uganda. Scheduled for June 28th and 29th, 2025, at Makerere University...

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Co-Creation of Digital Health Innovations in Africa

Co-Creation of Digital Health Innovations in Africa

Co-Creation of Digital Health Innovations in AfricaThe landscape of healthcare in Africa is rapidly evolving, driven by technological advancements and the increasing recognition of the need for context-specific solutions to address unique health challenges....

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Mobile Phone-Based Reading of Diagnostic Test Results

Mobile Phone-Based Reading of Diagnostic Test Results

Mobile Phone-Based Reading of Diagnostic Test ResultsIn the rapidly evolving landscape of healthcare, mobile technology has emerged as a powerful tool for enhancing the efficiency and accessibility of diagnostic processes. This article explores the integration of...

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Zoonoses in Africa: A Growing Public Health Challenge

Zoonoses in Africa: A Growing Public Health Challenge

Zoonoses in Africa: A Growing Public Health ChallengeIntroduction Zoonoses, infectious diseases that are transmitted from animals to humans, pose a significant public health challenge in Africa. The continent's unique ecological and socio-economic landscapes create...

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Prizes for two of our Didida researchers

Prizes for two of our Didida researchers

Prizes for two of our Didida researchers Two of our African Didida researchers received a prize for their research work.Prof. Blandina Mmbaga honored with the Maria Kamm Best Female Scientist Award Prof. Blandina Mmbaga was honored with the prestigious MARIA KAMM BEST...

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