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#IFAKARAWOMEN@70: Early-career female scientists discuss women role in science
As part of a week-long campaign marking International Women’s Day 2026, Ifakara Health Institute today participated in a media tour at Pambazuko FM radio station based in Ifakara, highlighting the role of women …
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#IFAKARAWOMEN@70: New blog highlights the power of listening in the fight against malaria
As the Ifakara Health Institute marks 70 years of scientific discovery since 1956, the Institute continues to spotli…
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#IFAKARAWOMEN@70: 41% — and powering the future of science
At first glance, it is just a number – three hundred. But inside the walls and field stations of Ifakara Health Institute, that number carries ambition, resilience, and the steady rhythm of scientific discovery.…
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#IFAKARAWOMEN@70: At Ifakara, the story of women is written not only in words—but in numbers that speak
On paper, they look like statistics. In reality, they are milestones of determination, leadership, and impact.
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#IWD2026: Honoring Ifakara women behind 70 Years of Impact
This March, Tanzania joins the world in commemorating International Women’s Day 2026 under the national theme: “Rights and Equality for Women and Girls: An Inclusive Foundation Towards Vision 2050.”<…
Dr. Sally Mtenga, a Senior Social Scientist, Ifakara contributing to the conversation.
MEETING: Ifakara contributes to national validation of Tanzania’s Nutrition Profile Model draft
The Ifakara Health Institute, represented by Dr. Sally Mtenga, a Senior Social Scientist, participated in the national…
A snip from the Feb 2026 edition's featured story. GRAPHIC | IFAKARA Communications Feb. 28, 2026
MTAFITI: The February 2026 edition is HERE!
"MTAFITI" - the monthly news and events round-up of Ifakara Health Institute - February 2026 edition is out. This edition focuses on climate-resilient disease control, highlighting…
A snip from the BMC Public Health journal with insets of Ifakara Health Institute scientists Salim Abdulla and Yeromin Mlacha, who contributed to the study. GRAPHIC | IFAKARA Communications
MALARIA: Poorest households bear the heaviest burden in Tanzania
Fresh findings from a study in Tanzania show that malaria continues to affect poor communities in south-eastern part of the country harder than wealthier ones, exposing deep socioeconomic inequalities in infection ris…
(L–R) Member of Parliament for Temeke Constituency, Hon. Mariam Nassoro Kisangi, is joined by Daniel George Sayi, Secretary of CCM Temeke District; Guest of Honour, the Mayor of Temeke Municipal Council, Hon. Uzairu Abdul Athumani; and Dr. Honorati Masanja, CED of Ifakara and Principal Investigator of NEST360, as they cut the ribbon to officially open the new facility.
HANDOVER: NEST360 program delivers newborn care facility at Dar suburb
On Wednesday, 25 February 2026, the NEST360 program – implemented in Tanzania by the Ifakara Health Insti…
Ifakara scientist, Dr. Omar Juma and team shaking hands with Kikaro Primary School Headmaster, teachers and pupils and pose for a group photo while handing out the First Aid Kit. PHOTO: IFAKARA COMMUNICATION
OUTREACH: Strengthening emergency preparedness in schools
On Tuesday, February 24, 2026, scientists from the Ifakara Health Institute visited schools in Miono and Rupungwi villages, Coast Region, to donate First Aid Kits and provide hands-on lifesa…