Author: Charles OguClean hands can save lives but are we doing enough to make this simple act accessible and achievable for every person, everywhere? On Global Handwashing Day 2025, Ducit…
Author: Sarah DanielAcross the African continent, the healthcare system is navigating a critical juncture, confronted by both complex public health challenges and unprecedented digital opportunities. One transformative strategy gaining traction…
Author: Hafeez HamzaIn 2019, Asthma affected 262 million people globally and caused 455,000 deaths, asthma has emerged as one of the most pressing yet overlooked public health challenges in the…
Author: Hafeez Hamza World TB Day served as a vital moment to reflect on both the challenges and progress made in the fight against tuberculosis (TB) across Africa. Despite considerable…
Author: Hafeez Hamza Non‐communicable diseases (NCDs) such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, cancer, and mental health disorders are the leading causes of premature death worldwide. Among the many risk factors, physical…
Author: Hafeez Hamza Today, as we commemorate World Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTD) Day, we reflect on the strides made and the road ahead in the fight against NTDs. These diseases,…
Nigeria Takes a Step Forward in Building a Stronger Health SystemThe health workforce is the backbone of every healthcare system. However, many countries, including Nigeria, face challenges like worker shortages,…
Ducit Blue Foundation is excited to share the exciting news of the launch of the 3rd Cohort of our transformative One Health Pan African AMR Internship/Mentorship Program. This aligns with…
Authors: Hafeez Hamza, Nereah Riaga, and Kenneth Egwu Photo: Hafeez Hamza (L) and Nereah Riaga (R) representing Ducit Blue Foundation (DBF) at the Amref International University 1st Primary Healthcare Congress…
Author: Kenneth Egwu and Estelle Mbadiwe Background Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) is seemingly becoming a pandemic, but disproportionately affects people in low-resource settings. In 2019, bacterial AMR was associated with more than 4.95…