Friday, 23 June 2017

Internship Opportunity at the Catholic Relief Services (CRS), Nigeria


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INTERNSHIP PROGRAM SCOPE OF WORK  
Position: Intern – Global Fund Malaria Grant  
Duration of Internship: 6 months
Location: Abuja  
Department: Programs / GF Malaria
Internship Supervisor: Chief of Party – GF Malaria

Friday, 16 June 2017

Women In Innovation Training in Kigali


Women in Innovation (WiIN) – a free training program in Kigali for young women

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The Women in Innovation (WiIN) program is designed to increase the success of women in science careers in Africa. 

Wednesday, 14 June 2017

Special Ramadan Offer from Caledonian and Cubana Suites in Abuja!!!

Enjoy great discounts and get the best of relaxation this Ramadan season at the Caledonian and Cubana Suites Abuja.




Image result for caledonian suites maitamaOffer include 40% discounts on Rooms with complementary breakfast as low as N21,000 throughout the month of June, terms and conditions apply.


Tuesday, 23 May 2017

Choosing a Professional Career by Kess Ogeh

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There comes a time when we go through the long list of questions on Choosing a Professional career or even any career at all; What, Why, How.....checking out the processes and journey to achieving desired success. At what point do we stop pondering, planning and working towards the goals, do we always stick to these plans? do we always make the right choice??

Kess Ogeh writes on 'Choosing a Professional Career'

What you do generally defines who you are. What you choose to do daily makes you who you are. Happiness is very important and most of us strive to achieve it.Success and Happiness aren’t guaranteed by doing what other successful people have done.Choosing the right professional career is Key to achieving the success and happiness you crave. To choose the right professional career, it is important for you to understand yourself in order to know what is best for you.

Saturday, 20 May 2017

Fellowship Program on Health Policy Analysis with Chesai 2017-2018


PhD mentoring programme for Low and Middle Income Country (LMIC) students registered in LMIC universities


The Collaboration for Health Systems Analysis and Innovation (CHESAI), University of Cape Town South Africa is calling on PhD students registered in Low and Middle Income Countries (LMIC) universities interested in research on politics of health policy change.


Thursday, 18 May 2017

The Cancer Menace and its effect on Poverty

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Cancer has recorded the 2nd highest cause of Non Communicable Disease (NCD) deaths globally after cardiovascular diseases although it can be argued to be approaching the highest cause of death as many cases may not be recorded especially amongst the poor or lower income groups in developing country.

Friday, 12 May 2017

Tips for a refreshing weekend relaxation!

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Another long and somewhat fulfilling week, just thinking about the best way to relax, rejuvenate and refresh!
We looked at expert advise on top tips as shared by 'Goodrelaxation.com' and we also had our thoughts on these tips.

Tuesday, 9 May 2017

Amazing offer!!! Enjoy great discounts at the Sheraton Hotel Abuja this Ramadan season!

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Visiting Abuja or planning a getaway with family and friends?

Enjoy Amazing discounts on Rooms and Buffet during the Ramadan season. Special offer include free buffet for kids 0-6 years and other exciting deals. 

Tuesday, 25 April 2017

Meet the Experts #1: The Malaria Burden and Interventions: Where are we? World Malaria Day 2017


INSIGHTS! WITH PUBLIC HEALTH AND MALARIA EXPERT- DR KOLAWOLE MAXWELL

According to the WHO World Malaria report 2016, nearly half of the world’s population is at risk of malaria and due to wide spread of malaria control interventions, malaria is endemic in 91 countries as at 2016 from 108 countries in 2000. The Global Technical Strategy 2016-2030 was set and aimed at accelerating progress towards malaria elimination.
Malaria is a life threatening disease caused by the Plasmodium parasite transmitted to people through bites by the female Anopheles mosquitoes known as the vector. Worthy to note, malaria is preventable and curable.

Thursday, 20 April 2017

Special Notice from Marie Stopes Sierra Leone on 'List of Girls with HIV'


The team and management of Marie Stopes Sierra Leone (MSSL) wishes to respond to concerns from the general public about a document titled 'list-of-girls-with-HIV-1' being circulated on Social Media, which purports to be from MSSL.


Wednesday, 19 April 2017

Applied Learning Program Coordinator opening, University at Albany

Program Coordinator position at the University at Albany- State University of New York

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University at Albany, State University of New York is seeking to engage an Applied Learning Program Coordinator from June 2017. 

Deadline for application is May 15 2017.

Wednesday, 12 April 2017

A Glance at the Healthiest Country - ITALY!

Image result for italy Italy! popularly referred to as the 'high - heeled boot surrounded by 5 seas'' ranked the healthiest country by the Bloomberg Global Health index 2017. This puts Iceland which was named the healthiest country in 2015 in 2nd place.


Monday, 3 April 2017

Masters in Global Health Scholarship at Barcelona Institute of Global Health


Barcelona Institute of Global Health is offering Tuition Scholarship for Prospective students from Sub Saharan Countries



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Interested in developing a career in the field of Global Health?

Wednesday, 29 March 2017

Take the World Development Report (WDR) 2018 Poll

Share your view on suggested change for low and middle income countries


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The World Development Report (WDR) assembles available evidence on issues related to economic growth; equity, efficiency etc

Monday, 27 March 2017

Coming soon! Meet the Experts



Discussing global development topics, sharing views, trends, update and work



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Bringing you insights and updates on key development issues, global impact and work from the people behind the 'wheel'.

A useful resource on first hand experience and realities working in global development.

Stay tuned!

Motivating Health Workers in low resource settings: What keeps them going?

  We examine the plight of health workers in facilities and areas where amenities are inadequate in part, and almost non-existent in others....