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Lenacapavir has been incredibly promising in trials and now the World Health Organisation have officially recommended the drug for HIV prevention. Smitha Mundasad explains the difference this bi-annual injection could make in the fight against HIV.We hear how Malawi is trying to stop mpox from entering its borders. Reporter Carrim Mpaweni investigates the measures in place to keep the disease at bay.A skin swab test could detect Parkinson's disease 7 years ahead of symptoms developing. We find out how it's all thanks to a woman who can smell the disease.In the UK, Claudia meets the Cycling Together group which teaches women who are experiencing anxiety, depression or abusive relationships how to ride a bike. A woman in Guadeloupe went for a routine blood test and 15 years later discovers she has a unique blood type. But what does this mean for her health, and actually is a blood type anyway?Presenter: Claudia Hammond Producer: Hannah Robins Studio Managers: Searle Whittney and Neva Missirian
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Die Suid-Afrikaanse Reguleringsowerheid vir Gesondheidsprodukte sê alle plaaslik-beskikbare kankermedisyne voldoen aan die vereiste gehalte-, veiligheids- en doeltreffendheidstandaarde. Dit volg nadat Lancet se internasionale gesondheids-opname swak gehalte teen-kankermiddels in lande soos Ethiopië, Kenia, Malawi en Kameroen geïdentifiseer het. Die owerheid se woordvoerder, Yuven Gounden, bevestig die spesifieke handelsmerke in die studie word nie in Suid-Afrika geregistreer of verkoop nie:
Un chasse-mouches en queue de lion devenu l'un des symboles les plus marquants du pouvoir de Kamuzu Banda. Médecin formé en Occident, le père de l'indépendance du Malawi cultivait pourtant l'image d'un chef profondément enraciné dans les traditions locales. Un nationaliste culturel assumé, qui n'apparaissait jamais sans cet accessoire singulier - à la fois outil cérémoniel, signe d'autorité et instrument de mise en scène politique. Il le brandissait partout. Lors des cérémonies officielles, des rassemblements politiques, ou même à sa descente d'avion… Le fouet à queue de lion ne quittait jamais Hastings Kamuzu Banda. À l'image de son costume trois-pièces à l'anglaise ou de son chapeau homburg, porté à la manière d'un Winston Churchill, cet accessoire faisait partie intégrante de sa silhouette présidentielle. Le chercheur Chikondi Chidzanja de l'université de Stellenbosch s'en souvient : « Lorsqu'il se rendait au palais, il était dans une voiture décapotable et agitait son fouet à queue de lion. Pour nous, enfants des écoles, c'était un moment d'excitation. On répétait : “Aujourd'hui, on va voir Kamuzu Banda !” » Mais ce n'était pas un geste improvisé, souligne l'historien John Lwanda : « La main droite partait vers la gauche, puis vers le haut, puis vers la droite… Ce n'était pas un geste lancé au hasard, comme tu ferais lors d'un match de foot ». Le fouet servait aussi à projeter l'image d'un libérateur, explique Chrispin Mphande, enseignant à l'université de Mzuzu : « On l'appelait le Lion du Malawi. Certains allaient jusqu'à le voir comme un Messie, surtout après sa nomination à vie dans les années 1970. Le fouet symbolisait ce pouvoir : celui de l'homme qui a vaincu le colon et libéré le pays ». À lire aussiOù en est le Malawi 60 ans après son indépendance? Un symbole de pouvoir, mais aussi d'identité. Formé aux États-Unis et au Royaume-Uni, Kamuzu Banda voulait paraître comme un dirigeant enraciné dans les traditions africaines. Chikondi Chidzanja : « Kamuzu, il avait étudié en Occident, mais pour ne pas être perçu comme un étranger, il devait aussi incarner l'Africain. Alors le fouet est devenu le symbole de cet ancrage culturel ». Dès 1962, l'objet apparaît dans ses mains. Il lui aurait été offert par un autre père de l'indépendance, le Kényan Jomo Kenyatta. Mais sous le régime à parti unique de Kamuzu Banda, nul n'était autorisé à le porter, sauf lui. John Lwanda : « On ne pouvait pas se promener avec un fouet en disant qu'on était guérisseur. On se faisait arrêter ». Aujourd'hui encore, l'objet fascine. Il en aurait existé plusieurs : en poils de buffle, de lion ou de cheval... Mais la dernière version est bien connue, affirme l'historien John Lwanda : « Le dernier fouet était une vraie queue de lion, avec un manche en ivoire ». Cette version a été confiée à l'université de médecine qu'il a fondée, la Kamuzu University of Health Sciences. Elle est encore utilisée lors des remises de diplômes. Un enseignant la passe au-dessus des têtes des jeunes médecins, comme pour balayer l'ignorance, et consacrer leur entrée dans le savoir. Une manière de prolonger, dans le rituel universitaire, la portée symbolique d'un objet devenu emblème du pouvoir.
He became a familiar face to millions on Channel 4's Embarrassing Bodies and Live From The Clinic – boundary-pushing shows that challenged taboos and brought sensitive health issues into mainstream conversation. Behind the camera, however, consultant urological surgeon Paul Anderson has established himself as one of the UK's most experienced urethroplasty surgeons, having performed over 2,500 procedures in the past 19 years – more thanany other surgeon in the country. Beyond his clinical practice, Paul also trains surgeons in Zambia, Ethiopia, Malawi, Tanzania, and Pakistan, addressing a critical unmet need for reconstructive urology in resource-limited settings. In this deeply personal and candid episode, Paul joins his wife, Dr Louise Newson, to offer a rare insight into both his professional journey and their shared life together. They explore the often-overlooked impact hormones have on the health of both men and women, emphasising why recognising hormonal changes is vital to supporting physicaland mental wellbeing. Louise discusses how hormonal changes have affected her personally and influenced their family life. Together, they examine how greater awareness could help demystify hormones, not only for the public but also for healthcare professionals. We hope you love the new series! Share your thoughts with us on the feedback form here and if you enjoyed today's episode, don't forget to leave a 5-star rating on your podcast platform. Email dlnpodcast@borkowski.co.uk with suggestions for new guests! Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health providers with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. The views expressed byguests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Dr Louise Newson or the Newson Health Group. LET'S CONNECT Website: Dr Louise Newson Instagram: The Dr Louise Newson Podcast (@drlouisenewsonpodcast)• Instagram photos and videos LinkedIn: Louise Newson | LinkedIn Spotify: The Dr Louise Newson Podcast | Podcast on Spotify YouTube: Dr Louise Newson - YouTube
I'm honored to welcome Elliot Kallen to the Lead with Heart Podcast. Elliot is the president and co-founder of A Brighter Day, a nonprofit organization that has turned the devastating loss of his teenage son into a powerful mission to prevent teen suicide and offer hope to thousands of families.In this deeply moving and empowering conversation, Elliot shares how his nonprofit is supporting 3,000–6,000 families each month with free mental health toolkits, a 24/7 teen crisis text line, and Zoom counseling sessions. We explore how emotional intelligence, real communication, and parent-teen connection can create protective factors against the alarming rise in teen suicide.In this episode:[02:47] The loss that sparked a movement[05:34] Early warning signs of teen depression and suicidal thoughts[08:07] How social media affects teen self-worth[11:04] The hidden epidemic of cyberbullying[14:53] Practical strategies for emotionally connecting with teens[17:57] Programs at A Brighter Day - from text lines to Zoom therapy[21:14] The power of nonprofit partnerships[22:55] Destigmatizing suicide and mental health struggles[28:33] Elliot's vision for reaching 37 million high schoolers[33:51] Leadership lessons from scaling a grief-born missionRESOURCESTeen Crisis Text Line: Text “BRIGHTER” to 741741CONNECT WITH ELLIOTLinkedIn: Elliot KallenInstagram: @abrighterdaycharityWebsite: https://abrighterday.info/ Email: elliot@abrighterday.info Phone: 510 206 1103Send Haley a suggestion or request via text HERE!My book, Sow, Grow, Lead is live on Amazon! It shares my journey of starting a nonprofit in Malawi and offers practical strategies to help nonprofit leaders turn visions into reality, and create meaningful impact As the fundraising engine of choice for over 80,000 organizations in 90+ countries, Donorbox's easy-to-use fundraising tools help you raise more money in more ways. Seamlessly embed a customizable donation form into your website that reduces donor drop-off with a 4x faster checkout, launch a crowdfunding or peer-to-peer campaign, sell event tickets, raise funds on the go with Donorbox Live™ Kiosk, and much more. Learn more at donorbox.orgCONNECT WITH HALEYHaley is a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE), Stress Management Coach, and EmC trainer. She founded The Savvy Fundraiser, a nonprofit consulting and coaching business, and has experience with nonprofits in human services, homelessness, and youth sectors. Specializing in EmC, leadership, board development, and fundraising, Haley is dedicated to empowering nonprofit leaders to create thriving organizations.Instagram: @thesavvyfundraiser LinkedIn: Haley Cooper, CFREWebsite: thesavvyfundraiser.comProduced by Ideablossoms
Réuni depuis le 7 juillet à Paris, le comité du patrimoine mondial de l'Unesco a décidé en fin de semaine d'inscrire 26 nouveaux sites sur la liste du patrimoine mondial. Cinq sont africains. Avec pour la première fois, l'inscription d'un lieu bissau-guinéen : l'archipel des Bijagos. Ce site avait déposé sa première candidature en 2012. Pourquoi a-t-il été choisi maintenant ? Les explications de Lazare Eloundou, le directeur du patrimoine mondial de l'Unesco. RFI : Cinq sites africains ont été inscrits sur la liste du patrimoine mondial de l'Unesco. Il y a le paysage culturel du Mont Mulanje au Malawi, les sites archéologiques Diy Gid Biy des monts Mandara au Cameroun, le parc national de Maputo à la frontière entre le Mozambique et l'Afrique du Sud et il y a également ces deux sites bissau-guinéens et sierra-léonais. Est-ce que vous pourriez, rapidement, nous les présenter ? Lazare Eloundou: Oui, tout à fait. Celui de la Sierra Leone est un complexe d'une île de Tiwai et d'une forêt pluviale de Gola. Et la Sierra Leone célèbre son tout premier site sur la liste du patrimoine mondial. Ensuite, il y a le site de la Guinée-Bissau qui est un important écosystème marin de l'archipel des Bijagos, un hotspot tellement important de la biodiversité marine qu'il a aussi rejoint la liste du patrimoine mondial. On doit notamment l'inscription de l'île de Tiwai en Sierra Leone au combat acharné d'un activiste. Est-ce que vous pourriez nous en dire un petit peu plus ? Tommy Garnett est plus qu'un activiste. Il est vraiment un défenseur du patrimoine. Ce combat a commencé il y a plusieurs années après la guerre où il s'est engagé à tout faire pour sauver l'île de Tiwai qui avait été détruite par la guerre. Un travail important s'est fait avec les communautés et plus tard aussi avec le soutien des autorités de Sierra Leone. Pour l'archipel des Bijagos en Guinée-Bissau, ça aura été une longue attente. Le pays avait déposé sa première candidature en 2012... Le travail pour préparer une candidature pour la liste du patrimoine mondial est un travail très sérieux où il faut des données très concrètes. Il se trouve que la Guinée-Bissau a pris un peu de temps déjà parce qu'il lui fallait de l'expertise. Et c'était ça, effectivement, l'une des choses importantes qu'Audrey Azoulay, la directrice générale de l'Unesco, a voulu en faisant de l'Afrique sa priorité depuis 2018. C'est l'expertise : renforcer l'expertise des professionnels africains. C'est ce qui s'est fait en formant des experts de la Guinée-Bissau qui ont pu contribuer à la préparation de ce dossier. Et qui ont pu démontrer que ce lieu important, cet archipel deltaïque actif, le seul de la côte Atlantique africaine, est aussi un lieu important, une halte migratoire la plus importante de l'Afrique de l'Ouest et un lieu de nidification majeur des tortues marines. Ils ont pu le démontrer dans ce dossier. Que vont changer concrètement ces inscriptions pour ces différents sites ? Elles vont changer beaucoup de choses pour les communautés locales. Elles vont certainement contribuer à l'amélioration de leurs conditions de vie, ce qui est important. Mais elles vont aussi permettre à l'Unesco de continuer à former des experts, à fournir de l'assistance internationale, à encourager le tourisme local, mais aussi culturel autour de ces sites. Cela va également contribuer au développement socio-économique de tous ces pays et promouvoir la riche histoire culturelle de tous ces pays. À côté de ces nominations, trois sites africains ont été retirés du patrimoine en péril. C'est le cas notamment de l'ancienne ville de Ghadamès en Libye et des forêts humides de l'Atsinanana à Madagascar. Qu'est-ce qui vous a poussé à faire ces choix ? Il y a un grand travail qui s'est fait. C'est le cas des forêts de l'Atsinanana à Madagascar. Pendant près de quinze ans, l'Unesco et tous les experts ont travaillé pour accompagner les autorités malgaches. Il y a eu des investissements énormes pour lutter contre la déforestation qui avait été observée. Beaucoup d'autres activités qui ont été menées ont fait que l'on peut dire que sur les six composantes qui constituent ces forêts, quatre d'entre elles sont aujourd'hui suffisamment préservées. Les deux autres sont aussi en train de le faire. C'est très encourageant et le Comité du patrimoine mondial a pris tout cela en compte et a considéré que les efforts du gouvernement malgache méritaient que ces sites soient retirés de la liste en péril. Et en plus, nous avons un plan d'action pour les années à venir afin de renforcer ce travail qui a déjà commencé et rendre durable cette décision du patrimoine mondial. À lire aussiSierra Leone: l'île de Tiwai classée par l'Unesco pour sa biodiversité exceptionnelle À lire aussiGuinée-Bissau: l'archipel des Bijagós entre au patrimoine mondial de l'humanité À lire aussiPatrimoine mondial: l'Unesco accélère pour combler le retard de l'Afrique
Die Namibiese Organiese Vereniging en die Namibiese Natuurstigting het saam met streekvennote van Zambië, Malawi en Suid-Afrika 'n gesamentlike strategie ontwikkel vir die bevordering van organiese landbou en agro-ekologie. Dit volg op samewerkings wat deur die Kennissentrum vir Organiese Landbou en Landbou-ekologie in Suidelike Afrika-projek gevestig is. Kosmos 94.1 Nuus het met Vera Corry, die projekbestuur-ondersteuningsbeampte van die stigting gepraat.
Ghana's twentieth century was one of dramatic political, economic, and environmental change. Sparked initially by the impositions of colonial rule, these transformations had significant, if rarely uniform, repercussions for the determinants of good and bad nutrition. All across this new and uneven polity, food production, domestic reproduction, gender relations, and food cultures underwent radical and rapid change. This volatile national history was matched only by the scientific instability of nutritional medicine during these same years. Moving between the dry Northern savannah, the mineral-rich and food-secure Southern rainforest, and the youthful, ever-expanding cities, John Nott's Between Feast and Famine: Food, Health, and the History of Ghana's Long Twentieth-Century (UCL Press, 2025) is a comparative history of nutrition in Ghana since the end of the nineteenth century. At the heart of this story is an analysis of how an uneven capitalist transformation variously affected the lives of women and children. It traces the change from sporadic periods of hunger in the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, through epidemics of childhood malnutrition during the twentieth century, and into emergent epidemics of diet-related non-communicable disease in the twenty-first century. Employing a novel, critical approach to historical epidemiology, Nott argues that detailing the co-production of science and its subjects in the past is essential for understanding and improving health in the present. John Nott is a Research Fellow in Science, Technology and Innovation Studies at the University of Edinburgh. His research interests sit primarily across the history of medicine and economic history, with a particular focus on colonial and postcolonial contexts. He also has complementary interests in medical anthropology and STS, and is currently a Research Fellow on Lukas Engelmann's ERC-funded project, "The Epidemiological Revolution: A History of Epidemiological Reasoning in the Twentieth Century." Amongst other things, he is working on a monograph detailing the economic and medical history of surveillance in Anglophone Africa. Dr. Nott is also the Principal Investigator of a collaborative British Academy-funded project, "Population Health in Practice: Towards a Comparative Historical Ethnography of the Demographic Health Survey," which explores the history and contemporary production of epidemiological and demographic data in Ghana, Tanzania, and Malawi. Dr. Nott was trained at the University of Leeds, where his PhD focused on the history of nutrition and nutritional medicine in Ghana since the end of the nineteenth century. Immediately before coming to Edinburgh, he was a fellow at the Merian Institute for Advanced Studies in Africa (MIASA) at the University of Ghana. Before this, Dr. Nott was based at Maastricht University as a Research Fellow on Anna Harris' ERC-funded project, “Making Clinical Sense: a Historical-Ethnographic Study of the Technologies Used in Medical Education. The edited collection, “Making Sense of Medicine: Material Culture and the Reproduction of Medical Knowledge,” recently won the Amsterdamska Award by the European Association for the Study of Science & Technology (EASST). You can learn more about his work here. Afua Baafi Quarshie is a Ph.D. candidate in history at the Johns Hopkins University. Her research focuses on mothering and childhood in post-independence Ghana. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network
Ghana's twentieth century was one of dramatic political, economic, and environmental change. Sparked initially by the impositions of colonial rule, these transformations had significant, if rarely uniform, repercussions for the determinants of good and bad nutrition. All across this new and uneven polity, food production, domestic reproduction, gender relations, and food cultures underwent radical and rapid change. This volatile national history was matched only by the scientific instability of nutritional medicine during these same years. Moving between the dry Northern savannah, the mineral-rich and food-secure Southern rainforest, and the youthful, ever-expanding cities, John Nott's Between Feast and Famine: Food, Health, and the History of Ghana's Long Twentieth-Century (UCL Press, 2025) is a comparative history of nutrition in Ghana since the end of the nineteenth century. At the heart of this story is an analysis of how an uneven capitalist transformation variously affected the lives of women and children. It traces the change from sporadic periods of hunger in the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, through epidemics of childhood malnutrition during the twentieth century, and into emergent epidemics of diet-related non-communicable disease in the twenty-first century. Employing a novel, critical approach to historical epidemiology, Nott argues that detailing the co-production of science and its subjects in the past is essential for understanding and improving health in the present. John Nott is a Research Fellow in Science, Technology and Innovation Studies at the University of Edinburgh. His research interests sit primarily across the history of medicine and economic history, with a particular focus on colonial and postcolonial contexts. He also has complementary interests in medical anthropology and STS, and is currently a Research Fellow on Lukas Engelmann's ERC-funded project, "The Epidemiological Revolution: A History of Epidemiological Reasoning in the Twentieth Century." Amongst other things, he is working on a monograph detailing the economic and medical history of surveillance in Anglophone Africa. Dr. Nott is also the Principal Investigator of a collaborative British Academy-funded project, "Population Health in Practice: Towards a Comparative Historical Ethnography of the Demographic Health Survey," which explores the history and contemporary production of epidemiological and demographic data in Ghana, Tanzania, and Malawi. Dr. Nott was trained at the University of Leeds, where his PhD focused on the history of nutrition and nutritional medicine in Ghana since the end of the nineteenth century. Immediately before coming to Edinburgh, he was a fellow at the Merian Institute for Advanced Studies in Africa (MIASA) at the University of Ghana. Before this, Dr. Nott was based at Maastricht University as a Research Fellow on Anna Harris' ERC-funded project, “Making Clinical Sense: a Historical-Ethnographic Study of the Technologies Used in Medical Education. The edited collection, “Making Sense of Medicine: Material Culture and the Reproduction of Medical Knowledge,” recently won the Amsterdamska Award by the European Association for the Study of Science & Technology (EASST). You can learn more about his work here. Afua Baafi Quarshie is a Ph.D. candidate in history at the Johns Hopkins University. Her research focuses on mothering and childhood in post-independence Ghana. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/african-studies
Ghana's twentieth century was one of dramatic political, economic, and environmental change. Sparked initially by the impositions of colonial rule, these transformations had significant, if rarely uniform, repercussions for the determinants of good and bad nutrition. All across this new and uneven polity, food production, domestic reproduction, gender relations, and food cultures underwent radical and rapid change. This volatile national history was matched only by the scientific instability of nutritional medicine during these same years. Moving between the dry Northern savannah, the mineral-rich and food-secure Southern rainforest, and the youthful, ever-expanding cities, John Nott's Between Feast and Famine: Food, Health, and the History of Ghana's Long Twentieth-Century (UCL Press, 2025) is a comparative history of nutrition in Ghana since the end of the nineteenth century. At the heart of this story is an analysis of how an uneven capitalist transformation variously affected the lives of women and children. It traces the change from sporadic periods of hunger in the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, through epidemics of childhood malnutrition during the twentieth century, and into emergent epidemics of diet-related non-communicable disease in the twenty-first century. Employing a novel, critical approach to historical epidemiology, Nott argues that detailing the co-production of science and its subjects in the past is essential for understanding and improving health in the present. John Nott is a Research Fellow in Science, Technology and Innovation Studies at the University of Edinburgh. His research interests sit primarily across the history of medicine and economic history, with a particular focus on colonial and postcolonial contexts. He also has complementary interests in medical anthropology and STS, and is currently a Research Fellow on Lukas Engelmann's ERC-funded project, "The Epidemiological Revolution: A History of Epidemiological Reasoning in the Twentieth Century." Amongst other things, he is working on a monograph detailing the economic and medical history of surveillance in Anglophone Africa. Dr. Nott is also the Principal Investigator of a collaborative British Academy-funded project, "Population Health in Practice: Towards a Comparative Historical Ethnography of the Demographic Health Survey," which explores the history and contemporary production of epidemiological and demographic data in Ghana, Tanzania, and Malawi. Dr. Nott was trained at the University of Leeds, where his PhD focused on the history of nutrition and nutritional medicine in Ghana since the end of the nineteenth century. Immediately before coming to Edinburgh, he was a fellow at the Merian Institute for Advanced Studies in Africa (MIASA) at the University of Ghana. Before this, Dr. Nott was based at Maastricht University as a Research Fellow on Anna Harris' ERC-funded project, “Making Clinical Sense: a Historical-Ethnographic Study of the Technologies Used in Medical Education. The edited collection, “Making Sense of Medicine: Material Culture and the Reproduction of Medical Knowledge,” recently won the Amsterdamska Award by the European Association for the Study of Science & Technology (EASST). You can learn more about his work here. Afua Baafi Quarshie is a Ph.D. candidate in history at the Johns Hopkins University. Her research focuses on mothering and childhood in post-independence Ghana. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/food
Ghana's twentieth century was one of dramatic political, economic, and environmental change. Sparked initially by the impositions of colonial rule, these transformations had significant, if rarely uniform, repercussions for the determinants of good and bad nutrition. All across this new and uneven polity, food production, domestic reproduction, gender relations, and food cultures underwent radical and rapid change. This volatile national history was matched only by the scientific instability of nutritional medicine during these same years. Moving between the dry Northern savannah, the mineral-rich and food-secure Southern rainforest, and the youthful, ever-expanding cities, John Nott's Between Feast and Famine: Food, Health, and the History of Ghana's Long Twentieth-Century (UCL Press, 2025) is a comparative history of nutrition in Ghana since the end of the nineteenth century. At the heart of this story is an analysis of how an uneven capitalist transformation variously affected the lives of women and children. It traces the change from sporadic periods of hunger in the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, through epidemics of childhood malnutrition during the twentieth century, and into emergent epidemics of diet-related non-communicable disease in the twenty-first century. Employing a novel, critical approach to historical epidemiology, Nott argues that detailing the co-production of science and its subjects in the past is essential for understanding and improving health in the present. John Nott is a Research Fellow in Science, Technology and Innovation Studies at the University of Edinburgh. His research interests sit primarily across the history of medicine and economic history, with a particular focus on colonial and postcolonial contexts. He also has complementary interests in medical anthropology and STS, and is currently a Research Fellow on Lukas Engelmann's ERC-funded project, "The Epidemiological Revolution: A History of Epidemiological Reasoning in the Twentieth Century." Amongst other things, he is working on a monograph detailing the economic and medical history of surveillance in Anglophone Africa. Dr. Nott is also the Principal Investigator of a collaborative British Academy-funded project, "Population Health in Practice: Towards a Comparative Historical Ethnography of the Demographic Health Survey," which explores the history and contemporary production of epidemiological and demographic data in Ghana, Tanzania, and Malawi. Dr. Nott was trained at the University of Leeds, where his PhD focused on the history of nutrition and nutritional medicine in Ghana since the end of the nineteenth century. Immediately before coming to Edinburgh, he was a fellow at the Merian Institute for Advanced Studies in Africa (MIASA) at the University of Ghana. Before this, Dr. Nott was based at Maastricht University as a Research Fellow on Anna Harris' ERC-funded project, “Making Clinical Sense: a Historical-Ethnographic Study of the Technologies Used in Medical Education. The edited collection, “Making Sense of Medicine: Material Culture and the Reproduction of Medical Knowledge,” recently won the Amsterdamska Award by the European Association for the Study of Science & Technology (EASST). You can learn more about his work here. Afua Baafi Quarshie is a Ph.D. candidate in history at the Johns Hopkins University. Her research focuses on mothering and childhood in post-independence Ghana. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
“We want to make sure that nurses, have opportunities both in our local communities as well as international communities, to engage in courageous dialog with others who may think or look different than we do and whose culture or language may also be different. The difference is what brings us together and allows us to have more of this tapestry of what we are about—ensuring that we advance health for all and that we are able to move forward together,” ONS member Ashley Leak-Bryant, PhD, RN, OCN®, professor at University of North Carolina (UNC) at Chapel Hill, told Darcy Burbage, DNP, RN, AOCN®, CBCN®, chair of the ONS 50th Anniversary Committee, during a conversation about international collaboration in oncology nursing. Burbage spoke with Leak-Bryant, ONS member Kristin Ferguson, DNP, MBA, RN, OCN®, senior director of strategic operations, bone marrow transplant, and cellular therapies at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, and ONS member and Chief Clinical Officer Erica Fischer-Cartlidge, DNP, RN, AOCNS®, EBP-C, about their experiences working in the global oncology space and how ONS is advancing those efforts. Music Credit: “Fireflies and Stardust” by Kevin MacLeod Licensed under Creative Commons by Attribution 3.0 Episode Notes ONS Podcast™ ONS 50th anniversary series ONS Voice articles: Bridging Borders and Advancing Oncology's Global Mission Building Collaboration, Education With Oncology Nurses in Malawi Cancer Terms' Negative Associations in African Languages Can Create Communication Barriers for Patients and Clinicians Latest Global Cancer Statistics Underscore the Stark Need to Address Resource-Based Disparities ONS Members Share Resources, Experiences With Philippine Colleagues Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing articles: Amplifying the Global Impact of Oncology Nursing How Can a Global Experience Enkindle a Passion for Oncology Nursing? Connie Henke Yarbro Oncology Nursing History Center ONS Global Initiatives Joint position statement from ISNCC, MASCC, ONS, AONS, and EONS: Cancer Nursing's Potential to Reduce the Growing Burden of Cancer Across the World Asian Oncology Nursing Society City Cancer Challenge Canadian Association of Nurses in Oncology European Oncology Nursing Society Global Power of Oncology Nursing Health Volunteers Overseas International Society of Nurses in Cancer Care Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer UNC Project Malawi Union for International Cancer Control Email Ashley Leak-Bryant Email Kristin Ferguson Email Erica Fisher-Cartlidge at ONS Global Initiatives To discuss the information in this episode with other oncology nurses, visit the ONS Communities. To find resources for creating an ONS Podcast club in your chapter or nursing community, visit the ONS Podcast Library. To provide feedback or otherwise reach ONS about the podcast, email pubONSVoice@ons.org. Highlights From This Episode Leak-Bryant: “My first experience was when I was 21 years old. This was when I was in nursing school at UNC Greensboro. An opportunity came about where I had a chance to go to Honduras, and it was for a one-week service learning cultural immersion experience. And that really gave me my first entree into global health as well as global training. And so, as a first-generation college graduate who had never been out of North Carolina nor had ever flown, it was really an eye-opening experience that has led me now to my current role and passion for global health.” TS 3:24 Leak-Bryant: “In 2018, we had the Malawian delegation come to UNC Chapel Hill. University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill has one of the longest standing collaborations with Malawi, and we call it UNC Project Malawi, and it has been in existence for more than 30 years. … Those nurses and other allied health professionals came to UNC to our cancer center to see how we were making sure that we were engaged in best practices, then how they would be able to take that back to Malawi to make sure that they have what they need as they were opening up a new national cancer Center in Malawi.” TS 7:57 Ferguson: “I have volunteered with ONS at the Asian Pacific Breast Cancer Summit, which was in Indonesia in 2024, and then a few months ago in Singapore. And this is an exciting conference because it draws in nurses from the region, so you end up having five, six, maybe seven countries represented at these conferences, where oncology nurses are very eager to learn, meet one another. And so the teaching that we've provided there has been a combination of lectures and then roundtables where we've strategically placed nurses attending with nurses that are not at their same hospital so that they can connect and share experiences with myself and another ONS member and maybe some other local staff acting as moderators and facilitating conversations.” TS 18:04 Ferguson: “When I was in Tbilisi, Georgia, in 2019, the people there, most of them do not speak English, so they speak their native language Georgian. As I presented, I was wearing a headset, and all of the oncology nurses in the audience were wearing a headset, and I was live translated. What this means is when you're speaking, a translator is sitting in a booth close by and you can actually very quietly hear in your ear he or she quietly translating what you're saying into a language that the nurses can understand. It's actually a bit funny because when you make a joke or ask a question, expecting nods or head shakes, it takes several seconds for the translation to occur. You can get used to a 10-second delay, and you have to pause your speaking and allow actually a little bit more time in presenting if translation services are required.” TS 22:25 Fischer-Cartlidge: “I think that the professional organization role is absolutely critical in how we advance global oncology. Certainly, providing education and helping empower nurses to be more autonomous and equal partners on the care team is a big piece of that. But it's also through forming international partnerships and really elevating the collective voice of nurses in the specialty. This goes a long way in standardizing practices, promoted leadership development among oncology nurses, really across the world. We know that nurses are not seen the same country to country to country on the healthcare team. And so a big part of what we do is try to elevate the importance of what nurses bring to cancer care.” TS 36:14 Fischer-Cartlidge: “I have so many hopes. I hope more opportunities come up for us to raise awareness of this essential role and how we bring a greater spotlight to what nurses are doing across the world for patient care. I hope to see us have more collective global position statements in this space. I hope to see that we have more unified projects across nursing organizations across the world, where we then really can bring our resources and our members together to do great work more effectively and more efficiently. And I think the beginnings of that are happening right up to this point.” TS 41:17
Die Namibiese Sokkervereniging sal ten minste 10 busse mobiliseer om Brave Warriors-ondersteuners na Francistown in Botswana te vervoer vir die komende FIFA Wêreldbeker-kwalifiseringswedstryde. Ondersteuners word aangemoedig om by die konvooi aan te sluit wanneer Namibië op 1 September teen Malawi en op 8 September teen São Tomé te staan sal kom. Ondersteuners het slegs 'n identiteitsdokument nodig om Botswana binne te gaan. Tim Ekandjo, MTC se korporatiewe sake-hoof en bemarkingsbeampte, het meer.
A new presidential candidate, Independence Day celebrations, a presidential pardon, internet access, “Welcome To Maula Prison” movie, and much more!Thanks for tuning in!Let us know what you think and what we can improve on by emailing us at info@rorshok.com. You can also contact us on Instagram @rorshok_malawi or Twitter @RorshokMalawiLike what you hear? Subscribe, share, and tell your buds.“Welcome To Maula Prison”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LMH4G7p9CXY We want to get to know you! Please fill in this mini-survey: https://forms.gle/NV3h5jN13cRDp2r66Wanna avoid ads and help us financially? Follow the link: https://bit.ly/rorshok-donate
I can't think of a more powerful way to celebrate 100 episodes than with Susan Inouye, a transformational executive coach and bestselling author whose work bridges neuroscience, somatics, and leadership.In this milestone conversation, we explore how nonprofit leaders can shift from head-centric to heart-centered leadership. Susan shares five key leadership shifts for building emotionally intelligent, collaborative cultures—especially across generations.If you're ready to build a culture where people feel seen, valued, and safe to contribute their gifts, this episode is a must-listen.In this episode:[02:50] Susan's unexpected journey to transformational coaching[07:11] Learning from Tony Robbins, Deepak Chopra, Pema Chödrön, and more[08:39] The difference between being and doing in leadership[10:14] How somatic and heart intelligence drive nonprofit team performance[17:58] Defining heart intelligence[20:08] Five leadership shifts to help leaders lead multigenerational teams[27:57] Building a culture of belonging in your nonprofit[34:52] A simple yet powerful practice to start leading with heart todayRESOURCESLeadership's Perfect Storm by Susan InouyeCONNECT WITH SUSANLinkedIn: Susan InouyeInstagram: @susan_inouyeSend Haley a suggestion or request via text HERE!My book, Sow, Grow, Lead is live on Amazon! It shares my journey of starting a nonprofit in Malawi and offers practical strategies to help nonprofit leaders turn visions into reality, and create meaningful impact As the fundraising engine of choice for over 80,000 organizations in 90+ countries, Donorbox's easy-to-use fundraising tools help you raise more money in more ways. Seamlessly embed a customizable donation form into your website that reduces donor drop-off with a 4x faster checkout, launch a crowdfunding or peer-to-peer campaign, sell event tickets, raise funds on the go with Donorbox Live™ Kiosk, and much more. Learn more at donorbox.org The EmC Masterclass by Dr. Lola Gershfeld will help you enhance your communication skills to raise more revenue for your mission. This groundbreaking Emotional Connection process has been integrated into top universities' curriculum and recognized by international organizations. Use code LEADWITHHEART to enjoy a -10%.CONNECT WITH HALEYHaley is a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE), Stress Management Coach, and EmC trainer. She founded The Savvy Fundraiser, a nonprofit consulting and coaching business, and has experience with nonprofits in human services, homelessness, and youth sectors. Specializing in EmC, leadership, board development, and fundraising, Haley is dedicated to empowering nonprofit leaders to create thriving organizations.Instagram: @thesavvyfundraiser LinkedIn: Haley Cooper, CFREWebsite: thesavvyfundraiser.comProduced by Ideablossoms
David Peterka, Founder of When the Saints, joins Wailer to discuss their work in Malawi. While the stories and statistics are devastating to hear, their work is inspiring and hope-giving in its ongoing impact in such an underserved country. Discover how one team is making a seismic disruption among systemic, cultural evils.--------------------Join the fight to disrupt shallow, meaningless sex and reclaim what's real. By supporting The Naked Gospel Podcast for just $5/month, you become part of a movement that champions faithful marriages, healing after porn, and safe, meaningful relationships. This isn't just a podcast—it's a rebellion against sexual exploitation and cultural lies. And as a thank you, you'll get the exclusive #NoMoreVictims mug to show the world where you stand. Real passion. Real connection. No more victims. Will you disrupt with us? Sign Up Here: https://www.provenmen.org/disruptors/---------------------https://www.whenthesaints.comWhen the Saints Documentary---------------------Watch the episode on YouTubeSupport the show
Leave comments and questions here. If you would like a response, use our email: enquiries@livingyourbestlifeinafrika.comGreetingsYour listening to episode 207 of the ‘Living Your Best Life in Afrika' podcast.So, I'm currently home in Malawi and think it is the perfect time to review the status of side hustle start ups that are currently available, if you or I wanted to start a side hustle from the hot country of our dreams, today! And there are some surprising shifts, since I first podcasted about side hustling in Malawi – four years ago. If you want to listen to that four-year old episode, you can use the link further down in the show notes. The main message I want you to take from this new episode, is that everything I speak about is possible both from your own hot country; and with some adaptations, from your western cold country. The main message is to make a start from where you are, because making progress is better than waiting for perfection. I really hope this podcast lights a spark of interest for you. You can leave comments on my Buzzsprout podcast page using the link below, and remember to follow or subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss a thing. It would also help if you could leave me a five star review on iTunes or a five star rating on Spotify. Your ratings really help to lift the visibility of this podcast. I really do appreciate your support.Until the next episode…Live your best life with all your might… because no one can get in the way of what is for you! YOUR PODCAST LINKS TO RESERVE A PLACE ON THE GUIDE BOOK AND TIKTOK COURSE, YOU CAN CONTACT ME AT:enquiries@livingyourbestlifeinafrika.com SIDE HUSTLES IN MALAWI IN 2021LISTEN TO PODCAST EPISODE 123 HERE(Click the link to listen to this podcast episode) FIND A UDEMY TESOL CLASS HERE YOU CAN ORDER YOUR ‘START YOUR BUSINESS WORKBOOK AND PLANNER' HERE:https://amzn.to/3uKH4xi FOLLOW ‘LIVING YOUR BEST LIFE IN AFRIKA' ON SOCIAL MEDIA HEREFACEBOOKINSTAGRAM CLICK THESE LINKS TO LISTEN TO BACK EPISODES OF THE PODCAST! DONT FORGET TO LEAVE US A REVIEW :) ITUNES: GOOGLE PODCASTS:SPOTIFY: BUZZSPROUT: (YOU CAN LEAVE QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS HERE)
The leader of the St John of God Order in Ireland should face criminal investigation for the reckless endangerment of Children according to the former CEO of Bernardos, Fergus Finlay.This coming from last week's Mail on Sunday that published harrowing stories of child sexual abuse from victims in Malawi by serial paedophile Fr. Aidan ClohessyFergus joined Anton to discuss.Listen here.
Hans Baltussen van stichting Passion for People was te gast in onze studio. Hij vertelt alles over hun belangrijke werk in Malawi, waar ze de moeder- en kindzorg in een lokaal ziekenhuis verbeteren. Hoor hoe ze, mede dankzij donaties, al veel hebben bereikt en welke ambitieuze plannen ze nog hebben.Bijzonder is het ingesproken WhatsApp-bericht van studente Floor Janssen, die momenteel in Malawi is. Ze deelt haar hartverwarmende ervaringen en de impact van de crowdfundingactie waarmee ze onder andere de ziekenhuisvloeren hebben kunnen opknappen.
In this powerful episode we sit down with Michael Mmunthali from Malawi, to explore the often-unspoken realities of divorce for men in African cultures. Michael shares his personal journey through heartbreak, cultural stigma, and healing—and how faith, identity, and community shaped his recovery. We will discuss the differences between divorce in the U.S. and Africa, the silence surrounding men's emotional pain, and how the global church can better support men walking through the aftermath of divorce.Bible Passage Inspiration: “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” — Matthew 11:28 (NIV)Resources: www.MensDivorceRecovery.org See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
MSCE exams, the Batatawala corruption case, UNAIDS 95-95-95, MultiChoice's special viewing package, Ku Mingoli Bash festival, and much more! Thanks for tuning in!Let us know what you think and what we can improve on by emailing us at info@rorshok.com. You can also contact us on Instagram @rorshok_malawi or Twitter @RorshokMalawiLike what you hear? Subscribe, share, and tell your buds.Rorshok Ocean Update Job Description: https://rorshok.com/updates/ocean/writer/We want to get to know you! Please fill in this mini-survey: https://forms.gle/NV3h5jN13cRDp2r66Wanna avoid ads and help us financially? Follow the link: https://bit.ly/rorshok-donate
Malawi's biggest refugee camp, Dzaleka Refugee Camp, currently home to around 56,500 people, faces a bleak future as UNHCR withdraws funding and staff. What could this mean for a facility that human rights activists say is already as a source of human trafficking and crime? Josey Mahachi speaks to Jessie Chingoma, a gender and labor activist and DW's George Mhango in Blantyre.
For over a decade, Canva has made design and publishing more accessible than ever. Now, the company is wrestling with how to harness AI while staying true to its mission of empowering individual creators. Co-founder and COO Cliff Obrecht joins Rapid Response to reveal how Canva is navigating this shift—and why the stakes are so high when it comes to AI-adoption in the creative industry. He opens up about leading the company alongside his wife and co-founder Melanie Perkins, their decision to give away $100 million to causes in Malawi, and what it means to scale without compromising values. Obrecht also shares Canva's role in the future of technology and how marketing could define the business's next chapter.Visit the Rapid Response website here: https://www.rapidresponseshow.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
For over a decade, Canva has made design and publishing more accessible than ever. Now, the company is wrestling with how to harness AI while staying true to its mission of empowering individual creators. Co-founder and COO Cliff Obrecht joins Rapid Response to reveal how Canva is navigating this shift—and why the stakes are so high when it comes to AI-adoptation in the creative industry. He opens up about leading the company alongside his wife and co-founder Melanie Perkins, their decision to give away $100 million to causes in Malawi, and what it means to scale without compromising values. Obrecht also shares Canva's role in the future of technology and how marketing could define the business's next chapter.Visit the Rapid Response website here: https://www.rapidresponseshow.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
I'm thrilled to welcome David Rhode. David is a seasoned leader, nonprofit coach, strategic consultant, and author of Passion Isn't Enough: A Practical Guide for Nonprofit Leaders. His career spans marketing, founding and running a nonprofit, and teaching at the University of Pennsylvania. He offers deep insight into leading sustainable organizations.In this episode, we explore how to build a resonant brand, shift from passion to strategy, and engage your board in impactful fundraising.In this episode:[02:21] David's transition from for-profit to nonprofit leadership[03:45] The key to brand clarity and consistency in the nonprofit sector[07:21] Building a brand without a marketing budget[10:57] Why David wrote Passion Isn't Enough[12:53] The three biggest challenges facing nonprofit leaders today[15:07] How to move board members from commitment to accountability[20:20] Rethinking give/get policies[25:00] Using motivation, celebration, and consistency to build a fundraising culture[28:45] Why passion alone won't sustain nonprofit leadership[31:10] Leadership skill-building[34:48] David's #1 advice for nonprofit CEOs feeling isolated or burned outRESOURCESPassion Isn't Enough: A Practical Guide for Nonprofit Leaders by David RhodeCONNECT WITH DAVIDLinkedIn: Send Haley a suggestion or request via text HERE!My book, Sow, Grow, Lead is live on Amazon! It shares my journey of starting a nonprofit in Malawi and offers practical strategies to help nonprofit leaders turn visions into reality, and create meaningful impact As the fundraising engine of choice for over 80,000 organizations in 90+ countries, Donorbox's easy-to-use fundraising tools help you raise more money in more ways. Seamlessly embed a customizable donation form into your website that reduces donor drop-off with a 4x faster checkout, launch a crowdfunding or peer-to-peer campaign, sell event tickets, raise funds on the go with Donorbox Live™ Kiosk, and much more. Learn more at donorbox.org The EmC Masterclass by Dr. Lola Gershfeld will help you enhance your communication skills to raise more revenue for your mission. This groundbreaking Emotional Connection process has been integrated into top universities' curriculum and recognized by international organizations. Use code LEADWITHHEART to enjoy a -10%.CONNECT WITH HALEYHaley is a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE), Stress Management Coach, and EmC trainer. She founded The Savvy Fundraiser, a nonprofit consulting and coaching business, and has experience with nonprofits in human services, homelessness, and youth sectors. Specializing in EmC, leadership, board development, and fundraising, Haley is dedicated to empowering nonprofit leaders to create thriving organizations.Instagram: @thesavvyfundraiser LinkedIn: Haley Cooper, CFREWebsite: thesavvyfundraiser.comProduced by Ideablossoms
Interviews with pioneers in business and social impact - Business Fights Poverty Spotlight
If you are looking for a bit of purpose-led leadership inspiration and personal development – take a listen. Sustainability and social impact leader Nyika Brain, joins the Social Impact Pioneers podcast to share her experiences in global supply chains, delivering impact through business and explains why resilience is the new social impact and could be the way to navigate CSR and ESG challenges. Born in Malawi and shaped by her experiences across the Global South, Nyika offers a unique, real-world perspective on how business can — and must — be a force for good. From leading ESG at MM Flowers (a major supplier to UK retailers like M&S) to strategic roles at the bank Barclays and the supermarket Waitrose, she brings deep insights into how to embed impact into core business strategy. Nyika is a trustee of The One Foundation and John Lewis Partnership Foundation, and a key voice in the Business Fights Poverty Global Expert Network. Her philosophy? “Social risk is business risk. Managing this risk builds resilience – it's fundamental to core business and social impact.” In this episode, we explore:
Welcome to our first episode of our Summer of Miracles series! In this episode, we get to hear from Sawyer and her time in Malawi! She tells us about her experience in the homes of the locals, connecting with other Builders in her group, and learning more about God's love her for. Tune in to learn some of her stories and to get excited to create some of your own!
A Malawi-based human rights body says survivors of gender-based violence (GBV) are punished instead of being protected, with little recourse to state protection from abusive partners. So why is it that laws meant to protect have become a barrier to justice? Josey Mahachi talks to Victor Mhango, executive director of CHREAA, and DW's Chimwemwe Padatha in Lilongwe.
This program ventures into corners of Africa we rarely hear from, guided by adventurous field recordists and crate diggers. The Zomba Prison Project is a set of recordings by inmates at a maximum security prison in Malawi, one of the poorest nations on earth. The project's debut CD was nominated for a Grammy Award. Here, we speak with the producer, Ian Brennan, and hear tracks from a volume of soulful, even heartbreaking, songs from the prison. We then go back to the 1960s and ‘70s in the city of Bobo-Dioulasso in Burkina Faso (then Upper Volta) to sample a gorgeous set recordings by Volta Jazz, Dafra Star, Les Imbattables Leopards and more. We hear from Florent Mazzoleni, the author and intrepid vinyl collector behind the new box set, Bobo Yéyé: Belle Époque in Upper Volta. Produced by Banning Eyre APWW #738
In this week's episode of the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast, Augustine Colebrook sits down with Indie McDowell—a classically trained anthropologist and clinically trained midwife with a truly global journey.Indie began her career working with UNICEF's Maternal and Neonatal Health Team in Kyrgyzstan before returning to the UK to complete her midwifery training. From there, her path led her to clinical work in Cambodia and Malawi, ultimately drawing her to Ethiopia.After a year and a half leading neonatal services and emergency obstetric care at a busy referral hospital in rural southwest Ethiopia alongside her colleague Atsede Kidane, the two chose to build something different: their own clinic, rooted in compassion and centered on women's needs.Stories from their work in Ethiopia is beautifully captured in the book With Two Souls, co-written by Indie McDowell and Atsede Kidane.We also dive into what it means to truly commit to place, community, and long-term impact in global birth work.Are you a midwife called to work beyond borders? Join us for our upcoming Traveling Midwife Webinar —a 4-part, 8-hour CEU event designed for aspiring and experienced birthworkers who are exploring midwifery on the move. Led by Augustine Colebrook, and guest traveling midwives, this immersive series will cover legalities, logistics, and cultural considerations of traveling birth work—both international and domestic.
New health workers, Citizens for Credible Elections' demonstrations, the Afrobarometer survey, financial literacy, an ex-president's childhood home turned into a museum, and much more! Thanks for tuning in!Let us know what you think and what we can improve on by emailing us at info@rorshok.com. You can also contact us on Instagram @rorshok_malawi or Twitter @RorshokMalawiLike what you hear? Subscribe, share, and tell your buds.Rorshok Ocean Update Job Description: https://rorshok.com/updates/ocean/writer/We want to get to know you! Please fill in this mini-survey: https://forms.gle/NV3h5jN13cRDp2r66Wanna avoid ads and help us financially? Follow the link: https://bit.ly/rorshok-donate
What if we told you that hustle isn't the only way to grow your nonprofit's impact?In this episode, I'm joined by Luis Báez, a revenue enablement strategist and sales coach whose mission is to prove that you don't have to grind to grow. Luis spent the last decade translating high-growth tech strategies into sustainable success for executive sales leaders and heart-centered business owners. We dive into the power of servant leadership, developing strong organizational culture, and embracing smarter systems to support sustainable growth.If you're a nonprofit leader navigating burnout, limited resources, and siloed teams, this conversation is your permission slip to lead differently, with heart, strategy, and intention.In this episode:[02:52] Luis's transition from sales to purpose-driven coaching[04:39] What “revenue enablement” means for nonprofits[05:57] Why donor experience matters as much as fundraising[07:53] The mindset blocks leaders must shift to scale without burnout[11:41] Building authentic workplace cultures from the top down[16:02] How to align core values with everyday leadership[20:13] Replacing grind culture with smarter systems[22:07] Creating succession and leadership development pathways[26:44] Moving from scarcity to abundance in nonprofit leadership[28:37] Conscious engagement and feedback for team alignment[31:50] A simple yet powerful strategy to build stronger teamsRESOURCESFind Luis's LinkedIn Learning courses here: https://www.linkedin.com/learning/instructors/luis-baez NOTEWORTHY QUOTES“ I like to think of nonprofits as businesses with a different tax privilege.” - Luis Báez“ We have to honor the things that intrinsically motivate the people that we hire.” - Send Haley a suggestion or request via text HERE!My book, Sow, Grow, Lead is live on Amazon! It shares my journey of starting a nonprofit in Malawi and offers practical strategies to help nonprofit leaders turn visions into reality, and create meaningful impact As the fundraising engine of choice for over 80,000 organizations in 90+ countries, Donorbox's easy-to-use fundraising tools help you raise more money in more ways. Seamlessly embed a customizable donation form into your website that reduces donor drop-off with a 4x faster checkout, launch a crowdfunding or peer-to-peer campaign, sell event tickets, raise funds on the go with Donorbox Live™ Kiosk, and much more. Learn more at donorbox.orgCONNECT WITH HALEYHaley is a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE), Stress Management Coach, and EmC trainer. She founded The Savvy Fundraiser, a nonprofit consulting and coaching business, and has experience with nonprofits in human services, homelessness, and youth sectors. Specializing in EmC, leadership, board development, and fundraising, Haley is dedicated to empowering nonprofit leaders to create thriving organizations.Instagram: @thesavvyfundraiser LinkedIn: Haley Cooper, CFREWebsite: thesavvyfundraiser.comProduced by Ideablossoms
Despite having free primary schools, children in Malawi are lagging behind. According to UNESCO, almost 90% of them cant read a simple sentence at the age of 10, due in part to a shortage of teachers and basic resources. But the government has gone for a high-tech solution — digital tablets.
Despite having free primary schools, children in Malawi are lagging behind. According to UNESCO, almost 90% of them cant read a simple sentence at the age of 10, due in part to a shortage of teachers and basic resources. But the government has gone for a high-tech solution — digital tablets.
In this episode, Loye and Fola discuss some recent developments in Nigeria's Fintech space, ongoing corruption trials involving a British-Malawian citizen, and the downgrading of Afreximbank's credit rating by Fitch.Time stamps:01:00 Fintech developments13:18 Malawi corruption trial20:19 Afreximbank's credit rating32:50 What in the Worldhttps://www.instagram.com/thebrief.xyz/
Dr. Greg Mills directs the Brenthurst Foundation in Johannesburg, working to boost Africa's economic growth. He has spearheaded reform initiatives with governments in Rwanda, Mozambique, Malawi, and South Africa, while also advancing peace building and investment efforts in Colombia and throughout Africa. Before joining Brenthurst, he served as National Director of the South African Institute of International Affairs (SAIIA) and lectured at the Universities of the Western Cape and Cape Town. A Senior Associate Fellow at the Royal United Services Institute, Dr. Mills has authored influential books like Why Africa Is Poor, Democracy Works, Expensive Poverty, and The Ledger: Accounting for Failure in Afghanistan. He's also a passionate motorsport enthusiast.----------LINKS:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Greg_Millshttps://www.thebrenthurstfoundation.org/people/greg-mills/https://www.rusi.org/people/millshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-mills-86017a7/https://kyivindependent.com/author/greg-mills/LVIV MEDIA FORUM:The NGO Lviv Media Forum strengthens media, institutions, and public figures capable of fostering healthy public dialogue in Ukraine and beyond. Our goal is an effective and democratic society united by healthy communication. The organization was founded in 2013 to bring together media professionals from Ukraine and around the world in Lviv for the annual LMF conference. Over the years, we have grown into an ecosystem of people, organizations, and projects that support the media, develop comprehensive solutions for them, and promote the best media practices in Ukraine and globally. We are moving from supporting and developing media and journalists to a broader strategic focus: empowering communication actors, including media, civil society organizations, government bodies, and more. https://lvivmediaforum.com/enhttps://conference.lvivmediaforum.com/----------Your support is massively appreciated! SILICON CURTAIN LIVE EVENTS - FUNDRAISER CAMPAIGN Events in 2025 - Advocacy for a Ukrainian victory with Silicon CurtainNEXT EVENTS - LVIV, KYIV AND ODESA THIS MAY AND JUNE.https://buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtain/extrasOur first live events this year in Lviv and Kyiv were a huge success. Now we need to maintain this momentum, and change the tide towards a Ukrainian victory. The Silicon Curtain Roadshow is an ambitious campaign to run a minimum of 12 events in 2025, and potentially many more. We may add more venues to the program, depending on the success of the fundraising campaign. https://buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtain/extrasWe need to scale up our support for Ukraine, and these events are designed to have a major impact. Your support in making it happen is greatly appreciated. All events will be recorded professionally and published for free on the Silicon Curtain channel. Where possible, we will also live-stream events.https://buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtain/extras----------SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtainhttps://www.patreon.com/siliconcurtain----------TRUSTED CHARITIES ON THE GROUND:Save Ukrainehttps://www.saveukraineua.org/Superhumans - Hospital for war traumashttps://superhumans.com/en/UNBROKEN - Treatment. Prosthesis. Rehabilitation for Ukrainians in Ukrainehttps://unbroken.org.ua/Come Back Alivehttps://savelife.in.ua/en/Chefs For Ukraine - World Central Kitchenhttps://wck.org/relief/activation-chefs-for-ukraineUNITED24 - An initiative of President Zelenskyyhttps://u24.gov.ua/Serhiy Prytula Charity Foundationhttps://prytulafoundation.orgNGO “Herojam Slava”https://heroiamslava.org/kharpp - Reconstruction project supporting communities in Kharkiv and Przemyślhttps://kharpp.com/NOR DOG Animal Rescuehttps://www.nor-dog.org/home/----------
Presidential candidates, a cold wave, US travel restrictions, the Israel-Iran war, a firearms smuggling ring, fuel scarcity, Mzuzu demonstrations, and much more!Thanks for tuning in!Let us know what you think and what we can improve on by emailing us at info@rorshok.com. You can also contact us on Instagram @rorshok_malawi or Twitter @RorshokMalawiLike what you hear? Subscribe, share, and tell your buds.Rorshok Ocean Update Job Description: https://rorshok.com/updates/ocean/writer/We want to get to know you! Please fill in this mini-survey: https://forms.gle/NV3h5jN13cRDp2r66Wanna avoid ads and help us financially? Follow the link: https://bit.ly/rorshok-donate
Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. The Gospel of Jesus Christ is the power of God unto salvation for everyone who believes. Last August, in Kasungu, Malawi, a young girl was moments away from taking her own life. But God had another plan. Evance, who had learned to share his faith, heard about her situation and went to her home. While others were trying to reason with her, Evance brought something more: the Gospel. He gently asked her two questions: if she knew if she was going to Heaven and what she'd say to God if He asked her why He should let her into Heaven. She broke down in tears. Right then, Evance shared the hope found in Jesus—and she received Christ as her Savior and Lord. And that day, her life forever changed. She gained hope and joy that she didn't have before. And here's the truth—there are also people around us who feel hopeless and alone. And like Evance, we can share the Gospel with them! For resources, visit sharelife.today.
In this episode of the Zambezi Belle podcast, Dr. Wendy Bartley shares her inspiring journey from Malawi to the United States, her career as a physical therapist, and her experiences with love, motherhood, and mental health. Wendy discusses the challenges and transformations she faced, including the concept of matrescence, the importance of advocating for oneself in relationships, and the often-overlooked struggles of postpartum depression. This conversation highlights the power of personal growth, cultural influences, and the need for support in motherhood. We explore the multifaceted experiences of motherhood, the importance of community support, and the evolution of self-care. We discuss the intentionality required in marriage and parenting, the significance of communication and conflict resolution, and the dynamics of adult friendships. Wendy shares her insights on navigating unhappiness and the value of seeking help, while also reflecting on the lessons learned from biblical figures. The conversation emphasizes the need for personal growth and the importance of maintaining connections with others.
I am so excited to welcome Alejandra Ramirez Wells to the Lead With Heart Podcast. Alejandra is an internal communication strategist and culture-building expert with nearly two decades of experience helping mission-driven organizations transform from the inside out.In this episode, we dive deep into how internal communication is the key to creating sustainable nonprofit culture, retaining talent, and reducing burnout. Alejandra shares actionable insights for developing values-based communication systems that align your team, build trust, and strengthen your impact, especially in times of change or crisis.If you're navigating team disengagement or organizational transitions, or just want to build a more connected and resilient staff culture, this episode is for you.In this episode:[02:45] The hidden cost of poor internal communication[04:06] Signs your nonprofit culture is misaligned[06:02] Why values should shape internal systems[08:19] Conditions for a thriving nonprofit workplace[10:24] Creating feedback loops that lead to action[13:14] Internal comms in hybrid work environments[16:33] Crisis communication for nonprofits[19:24] Helping staff connect to the organizational vision[23:13] How internal communication affects external communication[26:40] Measuring the effectiveness of internal comms[31:08] Where to start when building a communication planCONNECT WITH ALEJANDRALinkedIn: Alejandra Ramirez WellsInstagram: @readyculturesWebsite: https://www.readycultures.com/ Send Haley a suggestion or request via text HERE!My book, Sow, Grow, Lead is live on Amazon! It shares my journey of starting a nonprofit in Malawi and offers practical strategies to help nonprofit leaders turn visions into reality, and create meaningful impact As the fundraising engine of choice for over 80,000 organizations in 90+ countries, Donorbox's easy-to-use fundraising tools help you raise more money in more ways. Seamlessly embed a customizable donation form into your website that reduces donor drop-off with a 4x faster checkout, launch a crowdfunding or peer-to-peer campaign, sell event tickets, raise funds on the go with Donorbox Live™ Kiosk, and much more. Learn more at donorbox.orgCONNECT WITH HALEYHaley is a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE), Stress Management Coach, and EmC trainer. She founded The Savvy Fundraiser, a nonprofit consulting and coaching business, and has experience with nonprofits in human services, homelessness, and youth sectors. Specializing in EmC, leadership, board development, and fundraising, Haley is dedicated to empowering nonprofit leaders to create thriving organizations.Instagram: @thesavvyfundraiser LinkedIn: Haley Cooper, CFREWebsite: thesavvyfundraiser.comProduced by Ideablossoms
Cela fait maintenant plusieurs années que les géologues scrutent avec fascination un phénomène spectaculaire en Afrique de l'Est. On y observe en effet la lente ouverture du Rift est-africain, une immense fracture qui s'étire sur plus de 3000 kilomètres, du nord de l'Éthiopie jusqu'au sud du Malawi. À la surface, cela ressemble à une série de vallées, de failles, de volcans, de lacs allongés. Mais en réalité, ce que nous voyons n'est que la manifestation visible d'un gigantesque processus en profondeur.Comment expliquer ce phénomène ? A cause de la remontée de roches brûlantes venues du manteau terrestre, à plusieurs centaines de kilomètres sous nos pieds. Ce que les géologues appellent un panache mantellique. Cette colonne de roche partiellement fondue, plus chaude et plus légère que son environnement, pousse vers la surface, fragilisant la croûte terrestre.Grâce à l'imagerie sismique — une technique qui permet de "voir" l'intérieur de la Terre en analysant la propagation des ondes sismiques — les chercheurs ont mis en évidence cette anomalie thermique sous la région. Une étude parue en 2023 dans la revue Nature Geoscience a confirmé que le panache mantellique sous l'Afrique de l'Est était à l'origine de l'amincissement progressif de la croûte.Conséquence directe : la croûte terrestre se fissure, s'étire. En Éthiopie, au niveau de l'Afar, des failles béantes de plusieurs mètres de large sont apparues en quelques jours, suite à des épisodes de volcanisme et de séismes. En 2005, une fracture de 8 mètres de large s'était ainsi ouverte en quelques heures près du volcan Dabbahu.Mais ce processus est-il en train de casser le continent en deux ? À très long terme, oui. Le Rift est-africain est considéré comme une zone de rifting actif. Si le processus se poursuit pendant des millions d'années, il pourrait aboutir à la formation d'un nouvel océan. L'Afrique de l'Est se détacherait alors du reste du continent, comme cela s'est produit pour la mer Rouge.Pour l'instant, nous en sommes aux premiers stades de cette rupture tectonique. Le taux d'ouverture du Rift est de l'ordre de quelques millimètres par an. C'est lent à l'échelle humaine, mais rapide à l'échelle géologique.Ce phénomène nous rappelle que les continents sont loin d'être immobiles. Sous nos pieds, la Terre est en perpétuel mouvement, poussée par des forces colossales que nous commençons à peine à comprendre. L'Afrique de l'Est, quant à elle, nous offre un laboratoire naturel exceptionnel pour observer ce processus en direct. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.
Adam Weymouth is a writer and journalist whose work has been widely published, appearing in Granta, The Atlantic, The Observer, and the BBC. Adam's features have covered subjects as diverse as illegal cedar logging in Malawi, the politics of oil in Alaska, migration in Greece, flooding in Wales, and depopulation on the Outer Hebrides. His […] Read full article: Episode 151: Tracing The Epic Journey Of Europe's Most Famous Wolf With Adam Weymouth
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Have you ever felt a quiet pull inside, a persistent tug toward something bigger than yourself? Something that keeps showing up, even when you try to take the “safe” path? In this episode of Wickedly Smart Women, host Anjel B. Hartwell interviews Alaina Baker, Executive Director of Uplift Malawi, to explore what happens when you finally answer that calling. From a Midwest childhood to leading a global nonprofit, Alaina shares how a career in corporate marketing couldn't silence the voice inside telling her to make a deeper impact. What began as a side passion became her life's mission, empowering children in Malawi through sustainable education, community development, and health access. Alaina doesn't just talk about building schools, she reveals how Uplift Malawi creates entire ecosystems of support that meet students' basic needs and set them up for long-term success. You'll hear how they overcame corrupt contractors, how they use data to track impact, and how they're tackling the HIV/AIDS epidemic with education and dignity. This episode is more than inspiring, it's a call to action for anyone who's ever wondered if following their heart could change the world. What You Will Learn: The importance of building sustainable, community-rooted education models in places like Malawi. How Uplift Malawi supports both students and teachers with housing, nutrition, and mental well-being. What a 100% donation model is and how it builds trust with supporters. How life skills programs like sewing, agriculture, and sanitation education help break the cycle of poverty. Why menstrual education and gender-specific support are vital to keeping girls in school. How access to clean water and solar energy transforms a school into a thriving community hub. The ripple effect of educating one child and how it impacts entire families and villages. What makes Malawi unique as a peaceful but underserved nation in need of educational support. Why it takes long-term commitment, not quick fixes, to create global educational equity. How to align your career with your deeper purpose by listening to your inner call for impact. Connect with Alaina Baker Uplift Malawi Connect with Anjel B. Hartwell Wickedly Smart Women Wickedly Smart Women on X Wickedly Smart Women on Instagram Wickedly Smart Women Facebook Community Wickedly Smart Women Store on TeePublic Wickedly Smart Women: Trusting Intuition, Taking Action, Transforming Worlds by Anjel B. Hartwell Listener Line (540) 402-0043 Ext. 4343 Email listeners@wickedlysmartwomen.com
The Eid Al Adha holiday, tripartite elections, the start of the cotton season, Peter Mutharika death rumors, Chilima's memorial, and much more! Thanks for tuning in!Let us know what you think and what we can improve on by emailing us at info@rorshok.com. You can also contact us on Instagram @rorshok_malawi or Twitter @RorshokMalawiLike what you hear? Subscribe, share, and tell your buds.Rorshok Ocean Update Job Description: https://rorshok.com/updates/ocean/writer/We want to get to know you! Please fill in this mini-survey: https://forms.gle/NV3h5jN13cRDp2r66Wanna avoid ads and help us financially? Follow the link: https://bit.ly/rorshok-donate
The two-man acoustic juggernaut from Malawi, Madalitso Band, is on the move in 2025. With their fourth album, Ma Gitala (The Guitars), just released and a global tour, including Glastonbury, just starting, these rootsy, spirited street musicians from Lilongwe are winning hearts everywhere. In this episode, Mukwae meets the band in Malawi as they begin to tour and takes a deep dive into their music. Then we speak with Salif Keita about his long-awaited acoustic album, So Kono, and what's happening in Mali. Produced by Mukwae Wabei Siyolwe and Banning Eyre. PA 040
This week on Lead with Heart, intuitive coach and former jazz musician Shimrit Nativ shares her journey from off-grid living to leading a thriving coaching practice. We explore how nonprofit leaders can reconnect with their purpose, rebuild trust in their intuition, and take aligned action—whether launching bold initiatives or navigating day-to-day pressures.In this episode:[01:43] Meet Shimrit: From off-grid living to intuitive coaching[07:15] Listening to your inner guidance - even when the path defies logic[14:37] What intuition actually is and how to access it[17:01] How to make your vision a reality[21:15] What to do when your big vision is met with doubt or skepticism[26:00] Practices for nonprofit leaders to reconnect with their “why”[30:35] Blending intuition with achievable goals and outcomes[32:31] Reframing goals as tools for growth - not just checkboxes[34:38] One daily writing practice to activate purpose, clarity, and directionRESOURCESDM Shimrit on Instagram with the word energy to receive her free meditation.Learn more about Shimrit's three-day workshop here.CONNECT WITH SHIMRITLinkedIn: Shimrit NativWebsite: httpsSend Haley a suggestion or request via text HERE!My book, Sow, Grow, Lead is live on Amazon! It shares my journey of starting a nonprofit in Malawi and offers practical strategies to help nonprofit leaders turn visions into reality, and create meaningful impact As the fundraising engine of choice for over 80,000 organizations in 90+ countries, Donorbox's easy-to-use fundraising tools help you raise more money in more ways. Seamlessly embed a customizable donation form into your website that reduces donor drop-off with a 4x faster checkout, launch a crowdfunding or peer-to-peer campaign, sell event tickets, raise funds on the go with Donorbox Live™ Kiosk, and much more. Learn more at donorbox.org The EmC Masterclass by Dr. Lola Gershfeld will help you enhance your communication skills to raise more revenue for your mission. This groundbreaking Emotional Connection process has been integrated into top universities' curriculum and recognized by international organizations. Use code LEADWITHHEART to enjoy a -10%.CONNECT WITH HALEYHaley is a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE), Stress Management Coach, and EmC trainer. She founded The Savvy Fundraiser, a nonprofit consulting and coaching business, and has experience with nonprofits in human services, homelessness, and youth sectors. Specializing in EmC, leadership, board development, and fundraising, Haley is dedicated to empowering nonprofit leaders to create thriving organizations.Instagram: @thesavvyfundraiser LinkedIn: Haley Cooper, CFREWebsite: thesavvyfundraiser.comProduced by Ideablossoms
In the dead of night at his home in Machinjiri, Malawi, CrowdScience listener John can hear a small, but persistent, hum. Whenever it's quiet enough, the hum is there – but what's causing it? And is John the only one who can hear it?Reports of consistent, low-pitched noise have been popping up around the world for decades. No one knows this better than Dr Glen MacPherson, who runs the World Hum Map. He tells presenter Caroline Steel his theory for what's behind these hums.And Caroline does some investigating of her own. We visit the Isle of Lewis off the coast of Scotland, where residents are reporting a hum. We hear about the impact that persistent noise has on people's lives, and find out… can Caroline hear the hum too?We also ask why some people can hear a hum but others can't. We head to an anechoic chamber – one of the quietest places in the world – to speak to Professor Jordan Cheer, who puts Caroline's low-frequency hearing to the test.From industrial activity to internally generated sounds, we sift through the noise to try and find out what could be causing listener John's hum.Presenter: Caroline Steel Producer: Sophie Ormiston Series Producer: Ben Motley