Adoption of Digital Health Technologies in Sub-Saharan AfricaIntroduction The adoption of digital health technologies in Sub-Saharan Africa has gained momentum over the past decade, driven by the urgent need to address health challenges in the region. These...

Understanding Co-morbidities Between Malaria and Non-Communicable DiseasesIntroduction Malaria remains one of the most significant public health challenges worldwide, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa, where it causes considerable morbidity and mortality....

Socioeconomic Criteria for Disease Diagnostic Prioritization in AfricaIntroduction The burden of disease in Africa is immense, exacerbated by limited healthcare resources, high prevalence of infectious diseases, and socioeconomic challenges. Prioritizing which...

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...

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...

The State and Challenges of Diagnostic Technology Manufacturing in AfricaIntroduction The COVID-19 pandemic has laid bare the vulnerabilities in global health systems, particularly in Africa, where the continent has faced significant challenges in accessing essential...

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...

Enhancing Public Health Surveillance: Highlights from the IDSR Training Workshop with DIDIDA and MoHThe Integrated Disease Surveillance and Response (IDSR) training workshop The Kenyan Ministry of Health through the national disease surveillance, the Kisumu County...

Advancing Malaria Control: Integrating ConnDx and DIDIDA for Enhanced Diagnostic and Treatment SolutionsIntroduction End of May, I traveled to Geneva to present on behalf of our Kenyan DIDIDA PhD student, Felix Bahati, on our connected diagnostic (ConnDx) malaria...