#Self introductions section(GFGP)

Hello, I am Prof. Taofik Adewale ADEDOSU. I am a Professor of Chemistry at Ladoke Akintola University of Technology Oyo State Nigeria. My research activities spanned through Petroleum geochemistry, Environmental geochemistry, Organic geochemistry, Natural products chemistry, Renewable energy from biomass, Remediation of organic pollutants from Environmental media and Product development. I am currently the Director of Research and Development, Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Oyo State, Nigeria.

Welcome Prof to this Community and wishing you an enriched journey towards GFGP.

Goof Day all, my name is Sani Ahmed Yauta. I am a Professor of Educational Management at the Gombe State University, in Nigeria. My area of research is in Higher Education Management and Finance. I am currently the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Academic, Gombe State University Nigeria

Warm greetings to everyone!

I'm Dr. Emmanuel Okechukwu, a Public Health specialist and senior lecturer at College of Medicine, Veritas University, Abuja.

I am an Implementation Researcher and director of Development Research and Knowledge Translation.

Excited to belong to this community of practice!

Greetings.

I'm Maryam Bello-Akinosho, a senior lecturer in the Department of Biological Sciences at Summit University, Offa, Kwara State. I'm a microbiologist with interests spanning different areas of environmental and agricultural Microbiology.

Greetings,

I am Steve Omollo, an intern at APHRC Research and Related Capacity Strengthening division. I have keen interest in research and eager to interact with everyone via this platform, and gain deeper insights especially those related to GFGP.

Welcome Prof. Happy to have you around

Welcome Prof. Happy to have you around

Hello everyone! I am Dr. Andrew Nosakhare Amenaghawon. I am an Associate Professor of Chemical Engineering at the University of Benin, Nigeria. My  research interests span sustainable waste valorization, biogas production, biodiesel production, and the development of heterogeneous catalysts, among others.  I am currently the Director of the Central Research Laboratory at the University of Benin and also the Managing Editor of the Nigerian Research Journal of Engineering and Environmental Sciences.

Hello everyone, I am Peter Onyeabo, I am an Accountant at Michael Okpara University of Agriculture Umudike. My research is Public Finance.I am currently the Grant management officer of Michael Okpara University of Agriculture Umudike.

My name is Isaac Luang Marol, and I serve as the Executive Director of the African Institute for Health and Social Sciences (AIHSS), based in South Sudan. I am delighted to be part of this community and look forward to meaningful networking and collaboration.

AIHSS is a training, research, and development institution founded in 2014 with a commitment to advancing health and social sciences in South Sudan through training, Research and Development.

For any inquiries or to connect with me, feel free to reach out via email at luangisaac@gmail.com or WhatsApp at +211922289515.

Hello team. I am Henry YATICH, a Senior Research Fellow at the School of Business and Economics and the Principal, College of Graduate Studies and Research at Mount Kenya University. My research focus is Management Science with focus in Employability, and Knowledge Transfer in Higher Education and SMEs. Currently I coordinate the DAAD_Africa Centre for Career Enhancement and Skill Support (ACCESS) project 2025-2029.

Good day dear all. I am Dr. Gaelle Vofo, an ENT- Head and Neck Surgeon with a sub-specialty training in Ear and Hearing care.

I am the President and Founder of an NGO called Shomea, and we are based in Cameroon. Our main area of focus is early diagnosis and rehabilitation of hearing and vision in newborns, school-aged children, and other high-risk populations. We also have projects to digitalize and mentor orphans.

Our projects translate to research through collaborations with the Universities of Buea and Douala in Cameroon.

gaelle.vofo@shomea.org

Www.shomea.org

Tel: +237 672 423 663

Hey Everyone, I am Ms. EMILY ARINDA, I am a Finance Director and Administrator at Rwanda Agency for Accreditation and Quality Healthcare (RAAQH) in Rwanda. I have keen interest in research and eager to interact with everyone via this platform, and gain deeper insights especially those related to GFGP.

Contacts

+250789921356

earinda@raaqh.org.rw

My name is Bonaventura Mtoha, Acting CFO of the African Institute for Mathematical Sciences Rwanda (AIMS Rwanda)

AIMS Rwanda acts as the head office for the
network of AIMS entities and is one of the six AIMS Centers of excellence in
Africa, a Pan African Network of Centers of Excellence. AIMS is a pioneering
institution transforming STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and
Mathematics) education and research in Africa that provides a world-class,
pan-African, and interdisciplinary learning environment that equips young
Africans with the skills to address critical challenges such as climate change,
food insecurity, and pandemics. In addition to its renowned master’s programs,
AIMS conducts outreach events designed to stimulate public interest in science
and garner support for scientific endeavors.

Hello Everyone,

I am Dr. Arnauld Efon-Ekangouo, Research Scientist at the Higher Institute of Scientific and Medical Research (ISM) in Yaoundé, Cameroon. My research focuses on the epidemiology and genetics of parasitic tropical diseases (NTD and malaria). I am delighted to be part of this community and look forward to learning more about GFGP, as well as to engaging in meaningful networking and collaboration.

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Greetings everyone! I'm Dr. Atangambuyu Sinyani Silungwe, Deputy Vice Chancellor for Research and Innovation at Rusangu University in Zambia. I'm passionate about advancing research excellence and currently leading a new unit focused on research and innovation. Our goal is to strengthen the university's research capacity through strategic programs, projects, grants, and partnerships. As a sociologist, I'm particularly interested in building capacity in behavioral science, education, and health sciences research. I'm excited to connect with like-minded professionals and explore opportunities for collaboration. You can reach me at asilungwe@ru.edu.zm.

Greetings Everyone, I am Dr Annabel Banda. Director Wildlife Conservation and Research. Research interest are in zoonotic diseases, medical and veterinary entomology, parasitology and One health. Stationed at Gwanda State University, Zimbabwe. I am interested in this workshop because one of my roles involves resource mobilization in the newly crafted center. I look forward to being able to rightfully use the resources acquired in the Centre in the near future.

Hello everyone. I am Zandile Masangane from the Kingdom of Eswatini. I am currently employed under the Sexual Reproductive Health Program as a coordinate Adolescent Health at National level.

I am interested in this workshop because one of my roles is to mobilise resources for the benefit of adolescents and youth programs. My main objective is to improve the health and wellbeing of adolescents and youth in the country ensuring that they have access to friendly services thereby reducing morbidity and mortality amongst the same age group.

I am Castrol Chama, the Author & Visionary behind Girl Child Destiny Organisation, a registered Zambian NGO. As a passionate advocate for girls' empowerment, I'm thrilled to share my accomplishments. My book, "Climate Puzzle," is currently under evaluation by the Curriculum Development Center of Zambia. Notably, it's been nominated for the prestigious Annual Coppa Book Awards of Zambia, reaching the final round among the top three contenders.

"Climate Puzzle" has garnered approval from the Ministry of Green Economy and Environment and the Zambia Climate Change Network. This book sheds light on critical issues, including the impact of climate change on young people living with disabilities, HIV, and vulnerable communities.

As a dedicated teacher with a background in Geography, Mathematics, and Research from the University of Zambia, and further studies at Paglory University of Zambia, I'm passionate about educating and inspiring future generation

Hello Everyone

My name is Austine Phiri, Head of Department and Senior Lecturer, at Mzuzu University in Malawi. I am also a final year PhD student in Information Science at the University of South Africa. Professionally, I am a technical committee member on research, projects and grants in the Research Directorate at my institution.

My research interests include open science, research data management, information management, information behavior, records management, and archives management. I am passionate about this workshop because I am heavily involved in resource generation and mobilization at personal and institutional level.

I look forward to sharing knowledge, learning and making connections through the African Population and Health Research Centre.

I can be contacted through email: phiri.a@mzuni.ac.mw; Call/WhatsApp: +265 995 635 299

Hi! I’m Niony from Madagascar. I lead the Project Management Unit at the Institut Pasteur de Madagascar, where I focus on financial coordination and donor compliance for research and public health projects. I’m particularly interested in good financial governance, internal controls, and building efficient grant management systems — which aligns closely with GFGP principles.

Greetings. My name is Dr Jeffrey Kurebwa. I am Senior Lecturer in the Department of Peace and Governance at Bindura University of Science Education in Zimbabwe. My main research interests are in gender equality, local governance and community development and mental health.

"Hello, my name is Wabo Bungile, and I serve as the Director: Finance at the Botswana Examinations Council. With extensive experience in financial leadership and strategic planning, I oversee the Council’s financial operations to ensure transparency, efficiency, and alignment with our organizational goals. My role involves guiding financial policy, managing budgets, and ensuring regulatory compliance to support the Council’s mission in delivering quality assessment services. I’m passionate about financial stewardship, capacity building, and driving sustainable growth through sound financial governance."

Good day all,

My name is Thusnelde Thussy Kamburona. I am a Grants Management Coordinator at the University of Namibia. In am exited to be a part of this group. Hoping to get more insights on Good Grants Practices and implement those in my work. I am super grateful for the opportunity to be here and learn from you all.

Hello everyone. My name is Kelvin Mubiana Katukula, Manager: Resource Mobilisation and Grants Management, National Commission on Research, Science and Technology (NCRST), Namibia. My research interests span a wide array of interdisciplinary fields, including comparative science education, science and innovation policy, scientific communication, research evaluation, bibliometrics, and the societal impact of research. I am committed to fostering evidence-informed policy and inclusive knowledge systems across the African continent and contributing to scholarly and professional networks that advance research excellence and transformative education.

My name is Lorato Ludo Momene, and I am a Grants Manager at the University of Botswana within the Faculty of Medicine. In this role, I oversee a diverse portfolio of grants and provide financial and grants management support to faculty members who have received awards from a range of funders, including local donor agencies, the European Union, the United Kingdom, the United States Government, and other sponsors involved in Human Health Research. I am particularly interested in learning more about the financial management of donor funds and ensuring strict compliance with grant regulations to support effective and accountable research delivery.

My Name is Frank Malunga, I am a young Zambian creative, passionate about sharing ideas, initiatives and innovations that seek to provide solutions to local community challenges, among young people in order to foster the sense of responsibility, owning owning our own stories, using our local experiences for personal development and also meaningfully participating in national and Global matters such as the Agenda 2030.

I personally believe, it is not true that local or indigenous African citizens, also speaking for those from my country Zambia, do not have ideas, Initiatives and innovations that can be solutions to locally faced community challenges, such that only foreign policies should determine how we live?!

The initiatives may lack the scientific methodologies or resources, but that is where, we creatives privileged enough to be in institutions such the APHRC come in, to guide and to integrate those local ideas Initiatives and innovations into more scientific and globally fit methods of implementation.

I am the founder of a Youth led organizations based in Zambia, which has now spread with active provincial teams in about 4 of the 10 provinces in Zambia, the Scientific Initiatives for a Healthy and Developed Zambia (SiHDZ pronounced as seeds), aka Scientific Initiatives Zambia, is a nonprofit nongovernmental organizations registered with the Ministry of Community Development and Social Services MCDSC of the Zambian government, registered in 2021 and since it has Conducted a number of community activities in there areas Community Health and empowerment. Here we are trying to create platforms systems and opportunities for Adolescent and Young People, women and marginalized groups including people living with disability and the elderly.

We believe by identifying, promoting and supporting local ideas Initiatives and innovations, we can empower locals to get engaged in solving local community challenges.

By leveraging technology and innovations, we hope to conduct research and provide evidence based solutions in Health and Development.

Hence we divide our major thematic areas namely Health and Development into 4 to 7 specific areas;

1. Community Health Innovations

2. Community Development and Socioeconomic Initiatives

3. Research, Advocacy and Education

4. Cross cutting Issues such as climate change, food security, infection prevention and WASH, social security and others..

It is there a rare honor to be part of such a program as thought fit by this amazing team at APHRC. My team and I look forward to gaining more experiences and deliver according to your guidance.

We also look forward to networking with colleagues working in the same areas as ours and also work to learn from even those not necessarily looking at what we are doing as young people from SiHDZ.

Hello, I'm Inonge Kakoma, a dedicated Finance Officer at Scientific Initiatives for a Healthy and Developed Zambia. Based in Zambia, I bring a strong background in finance and a passion for promoting good financial practices to my work. In my role, I'm responsible for managing financial operations, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and providing financial guidance to support the organization's mission.

I'm committed to ensuring transparency, accountability, and efficiency in our financial management.

Looking forward to connecting and sharing knowledge.

Greetings everyone, My name is Dr Bathsheba Mbongwe, I work for Botswana Examinations Council in Botswana, Gaborone. I am the Deputy Chief Executive Officer. I am highly
driven and experienced executive with over 20 years’ management and practical
experience in resource mobilization, strategic international and government to
government partnerships, donor support, advocacy, and innovation, policy
consultation. At BEC I Provide strategic leadership and drives objectives
for the Research & Development in Examinations and Assessment, Innovation, .

Hello, I'm Joane Guiadem from Cameroon. I am a Grant and Financial Management Expert at BlueMetrics, where I focus on ensuring effective grant financial management and compliance. I am looking forward to sharing knowledge and best practices in grant financial management and networking opportunities withing this practice.

My name is Palinji Mungoni. I am a Research Management Professional in the Department of Research and Innovation at the Kamuzu University of Health Sciences in Malawi. I have 15 years of experience in research management, having worked as a grants accountant for 4 years, a grants compliance officer for close to 9 years, and currently working as a finance manager responsible for projects.

Hello, everyone.

I am Larissa Akeh Mbah, Programs Officer of For Mom and Baby Foundation, a non-profit organization that prioritizes maternal and child health in crisis-affected regions in Cameroon. Our work is driven by our four focus areas: community engagement, health provider training, research, and advocacy. I am pleased to be part of this community, and I look forward to learning more about GFGP and networking with like-minded professionals.

Curious about our work or open to collaborating? Kindly reach out

mbahlarissa@yahoo.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mbahlarissa/

https://formomandbaby.org/

Hello there, my name is Dr. Brian Mbilinyi medical doctor by profession from Tanzania whereas currently based in South Africa Johannesburg expanding my skills and knowledge within the field of Health Economics and Public Health. Looking forward in meeting bright minded people who strive in making a change to our ever-growing community.

Greetings to everyone, my name is Denna Mkwashapi. I am a senior research officer at the Tanzanian National Institute for Medical Research (NIMR), leading the Magu Health and Demographic Surveillance System. Additionally, I am an honorary lecturer in epidemiology and biostatistics at the Catholic University College of Health and Allied Sciences in Mwanza, Tanzania. Having managed grants, I am keen to learn new skills related to GFGP to enhance my institution's and my research career's alignment with GFGP standards.

Welcome Dr. Brian. Kindly feel free to connect with your fellow community members

Welcome Denna, feel free to interact with your fellow community members

Welcome Mbah. Wishing you a great network engagement within this community

Hello everyone,

I am Dr. Halima Twabi from Malawi. I am an Associate Professor of Statistics at the University of Malawi and a Biostatistician. My area of research is statistical modelling in health research, with a particular interest in health and wellbeing among children and women. I am currently the country lead for a project of strengthening data analytics on women's health research in Sub-Saharan Africa funded by the Gates Foundation.

We can keep in touch through email; htwabi@unima.ac.mw and on whatsApp; +265999467366

Good day everyone. My name is Kamwengo Mushishi, I am a Data Analyst/Scientist at The Scientific Initiatives for a Healthy and Developed Zambia (SiHDZ). I am passionate about research with the main area of interest being Climate Change and the how Data Analysis can be used to get better results. I am looking forward learning about the right grant practices and how it can be used to generate quality results using data analytics.

Hey Everyone, my name is Fridah Banda, I am an assistant project officer at Scientific Initiatives for a Healthy and Developed Zambia i keen interest in research and eager to interact with everyone via this platform, and gain deeper insights especially those related to GFGP.

Hello everyone, my name is Kunda Mwengwe, I am a public health specialist, am from Zambia and I am the assistant community health initiatives officer for The Scientific Initiatives For A Healthy and Developed Zambia (SiHDZ), I am particularly interested in GFGP because am interested in gaining more knowledge on how to manage and utilise resources, am looking forward to interacting with like minded people and gain insight for a greater good.

Greeting team!

I am Emeldah Mumba, a media and communications officer at the Scientific Initiative for a Healthy and Developed Zambia (SiHDZ) and a practicing journalist from Zambia.

I am very interested in learning more about GFGP and how I can apply what I learn to improve the community's food insecurity situation and people's quality of life.

Greeting team!

I am Emeldah Mumba, a media and communications officer at the Scientific Initiative for a Healthy and Developed Zambia (SiHDZ) and a practicing journalist from Zambia.

I am very interested in learning more about GFGP and how I can apply what I learn to improve the community’s food insecurity situation and people’s quality of life.

Greetings everyone my name is Fridah Banda working with Scientific Initiatives for a Healthy and Developed Zambia as an assistant project officer . I have keen interest and eager to interact with everyone via this platform, and gain deeper insights especially those related to GFGP

Greetings everyone my name is Fridah Banda working with Scientific Initiatives for a Healthy and Developed Zambia as an assistant project officer . I have keen interest and eager to interact with everyone via this platform, and gain deeper insights especially those related to GFGP

Greetings Everyone, I am Raphael Mutiso Grants Accountant at Pwani university. We are in process of GFGP certification and I will be interested in enhancing my skills in managing grants funds effectively, ensuring compliance and supporting institutional capacity development.

Hi everyone, I am Raphael Mutiso Grants accountant from Pwani University. I'm passionate to learn about managing grant funds effectively and ensuring compliance with international standards on grants management.

Welcome to the community feel free to ask anything

Glad you’ve joined us! This is a supportive space, so feel free to ask anything anytime

Welcome to the group! We’re here to grow together—questions, ideas, and insights are always encouraged.

Hello Emily, It’s great to have you with us! Jump in with any questions or topics—this is your community too.

Welcome to the community Bonaventura! We value curiosity and collaboration, so feel free to start a conversation

So happy to have you with us Dr. Atangambuyu ! This is a space where everyone supports one another—don’t hesitate to ask, share, or explore.

Welcome to the group Dr Annabel We're excited to get to know you.

Hello, I am Dr. Gabriel Anyanwu, an Associate Professor of Nutritional Biochemistry and Natural Products Research, Department of Biochemistry, Bingham University, Karu, Nigeria. My interests in line with the Good Financial Grant Practice(GFGP) are to network and share our experiences on achieving the GFGP certification. Please feel free to connect on gabrielanyanwu@binghamuni.edu.ng or WhatsApp +2347030524887

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I am Assefa Deginew, a researcher and lecturer at Woldia University. My research focuses on biodiversity, forestry, climate change, and the restoration of degraded lands. I am delighted to be part of this community and look forward to learning more about GFGP, as well as engaging in meaningful networking and collaboration.

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Hello team. I am Dr. John Mponda, Lecturer and pharmacist at the Department of Pharmacy, Kamuzu University of Health Sciences, Malawi. My research focuses on Conventional, traditional and complementary medicines pharmacovigilance, regulation and quality control, One health and Medical education.

Hello everyone,

I am Dr. Ibrahim Muhammad Yabo from Shehu Shagari University of Education, Sokoto.My Area of Research is on Educational Provision for the Children of Fishermen.

Hello everyone,

I am Dr. Ibrahim Muhammad Yabo from Shehu Shagari University of Education, Sokoto.My Area of Research is on Educational Provision for the Children of Fishermen in Riverine Areas.

I am Gumi Abdallah, from LEAD Foundation Dodoma, Tanzania. I have more than 18 experience in health, development and community researches, cutting across interventions in maternal and newborn health, quality improvement in healthcare, designing to scaling up of health innovations and interventions, immunization, malaria Interventions, COVID 19 vaccines, TB,HIV, process mapping of healthcare to identify gaps for improvement, stakeholders engagement and research proposal development, and recently in climate change and health. I am happy to be in the forum to learn and gain more experience in grant writing since I have little experience around the topic

Hello everyone,

I am Dr Billiah Gisore, from Kisii University, Kenya.

I am delighted to be here as my desire has been to learn more about grants. Very happy to connect with like-minded people.

A big thank you to APHRC for such a timely opportunity

Hi, my name is Thompson Alexander, I am finance Manager at Economic and Environmental Resource Center (EERC), Abeokuta, Ogun State, Nigeria. I am excited to be here and I am hoping to complete training in GFGP and be able to support my organization in getting GFGP certification and sponsorship for same. I am also open to learning and assisting other group members. Thank you!

Hello, My name is Boikanyo Molefhi. I have worked in higher education for over ten years and am currently the Head of Finance at ABM University College in Botswana. My role involves financial governance, financial stewardship as well as compliance amongst others. I look forward to expanding my knowledge through this programme.

Hi everyone! My name is Hyrine Matheka, and I’m truly excited to be part of this Community of Practice on Grant Management.

I’m a strategy and systems improvement specialist with over 16 years of experience in research, programme implementation, and institutional development. My work has taken me across the fields of education, health, and social wellbeing—where I’ve focused on strengthening systems for resource mobilisation, performance management, and evidence-based planning. I’m especially passionate about mentoring, training, and helping organisations turn good ideas into impactful, well-aligned strategies. I’m really looking forward to connecting, learning together, and sharing experiences with all of you in this vibrant space

Hi everyone,

My name is Solomon Agizew Teklemaryam, and I am based in Ethiopia. I currently work as an IT Officer and Project Manager at the Ethiopian Academy of Sciences (EAS). My main interests are in financial governance, grant compliance, and organizational capacity building, particularly aligning institutional practices with Good Financial Grant Practice (GFGP) standards. I am excited to learn from this course and collaborate with peers across Africa to strengthen grant management systems in our institutions.