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#IWD2026: Ifakara ladies mark International Women’s Day across branches
In the days leading up to, and shortly after International Women’s Day, female staff at the Ifakara Health Institute came together across the institute’s branches to celebrate achievements, reflect on the …
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#IFAKARAWOMEN@70: Are women finally getting the influence they deserve in science?
A seasoned researcher at the Ifakara Health Institute, Dr. Ester Elisaria, has highlighted the growing contribution of women in health research and decision-making in Tanzania, noting that their work is playing a crit…
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#IWD2026: Celebrating Ifakara Women - Leading, Innovating, Inspiring
Today, on International Women’s Day (IWD) 2026, the Ifakara Health Institute proudly acknowledges and celebrates the remarkable contributions of our women—leaders, innovators, researchers, and changemakers…
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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…
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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…