GRT-Inspired

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#CARTA is delighted to welcome its twelfth cohort (C12) of fellows, 22 exceptional PhD candidates drawn from CARTA’s partner universities and research institutions across Africa. Beyond pursuing doctoral degrees, the fellows are embarking on a transformative journey towards becoming world-class researchers, research leaders, and change agents equipped to address the continent’s most pressing public and population health challenges. #CARTACohort12 is currently participating in Joint Advanced Seminar 1 (JAS 1), hosted by @MakSPH, from March 2 – 20, 2026. The intensive residential three-week program enhances critical thinking, technical skills, and other core research competencies, and introduces the fellows to the essential concepts and seminal articles of the disciplines brought together under #CARTA. @CKyobutungi @KarimiFlorah @CavensK @Waithaka_KE @amveyange @OjoMelvin @daledosu @DPNConco @Pragmatist1010 @isunju_j @FayehunFunke @Omigbodun @amuula3 @aphrc @MoiUniversity_ @eseoong @umeauniversity @UiB @uniofgothenburg @uniofwarwick @DMdiarafa @RatemoJuliet

🎉 GRT-INSPIRED reaches 100,000 Individuals under surveillance! Since 2021, we’ve grown from a blank slate during COVID-19 into a thriving Health & Demographic Surveillance Site across Hillbrow/Berea, Melusi & Atteridgeville. @saprin_mrc @UPTuks @go2uj @WitsRHI

💉GRT-Inspired supported a measles campaign at Melusi clinic. In partnership with Hercules clinic & @UPTuks students, 421 children from 7 ECDs & the community were immunised. Collaboration & community turnout made this vital health initiative impactful. @GautengHealth #Measles

✨On 29 Aug 2025, UJ’s Community Engagement Unit hosted the Doornfontein Campus Community Imbizo 🤝🌍 Stakeholders, tenants & partners gathered for dialogue on housing 🏘️, youth jobs 👩🏾‍💼, health care 🏥 & sustainable urban dev 🌱. Strong turnout, collaboration & positive impact!

Honouring Dr Rhena 🎉🎉 #womensmonth2025

This #WomensMonth2025 we speak to Nompumelelo Nkosi, Study Coordinator at the BAMMISHO HDSS node about her science journey. She speaks about her experience, qualifications, inspiration and hopes for the future. Read more below. @MRCza @dstigovza @Auruminstitute

This #WomensMonth2025 we continue to celebrate the women from SAPRIN and its HDSS nodes. Today we profile Phumla Mjokweni, Quality Assurance Officer from C-SHARP. She talks about her career, inspiration and dreams for the future. Read more below. @MRCza @dstigovza

Today we feature Londiwe Myeza, Research Communications, Advocacy & Social Responsibility Manager at AHRI, as we continue to celebrate the diverse women of SAPRIN and its HDSS nodes. She speaks about her work, inspiration & future plans. @MRCza @dstigovza @AHRI_News

Our Melusi Career Expo was a huge success! 🎯 Youth connected with employers, explored diverse career paths, and gained valuable guidance from partners like @rsacareerhelp @DHLAfrica @UPTuks Together, we empower futures and build opportunities! 💼#CareerExpo #Mandeladay

On Mandela Day, our Atteridgeville team hosted a Fun Day at Mbolekwa Sports Ground – celebrating Madiba’s legacy, raising child protection awareness, & strengthening community ties. Thank you to all who joined in building trust for future engagement!💛#MandelaDay #ChildProtection

A total of 23 oral presentations were presented over 3 days at the recent SAPRIN conference. The high-quality abstracts led to interactive discussions. Access here: saprin.mrc.ac.za/SAPRIN%202025%… @SAMRC @dstigovza @AHRI_News @AgincourtHDSS @GRT_Inspired @USINGA_ @Auruminstitute

Dr Keith Cloete, HOD, Western Cape Department of Health; Professor Liesl Zülkhe, Vice-President (ER-IP): SAMRC & Dr Hannah Hussey, C-SHARP Nodal Director addressed delegates during the opening session of the SAPRIN conference, yesterday. @MRCza @dstigovza

Join us on 30 July at 15:00 as Prof David Everatt introduces the complex urban dynamics of GRT-INSPIRED - Gauteng Research Triangle Initiative for the Study of Population, Infrastructure and Regional Economic Development. Register here samrc.ac.za/event/saprin-p… @MRCza @dstigovza

🚨 Data Collection Alert! The GRT-I 2025 round has officially begun! 📊✨ We're gathering crucial insights to drive better decisions and impactful research. Thank you to all participants and partners who make this work possible. Let’s make 2025 count! 💪 #GRTI2025 #DataForImpact

Melusi proudly celebrated Child Abuse Protection Week on 23 May 2025. The community came together with ECD performances, child protection services, and shared resources. Thanks to @UPTuks & all those who made it a success. #ChildProtection

Recently, GRT-I partnered with @go2uj Community Engagement Day, hosting Hillbrow learners to explore UJ faculties, engage with impactful projects, and ignite interest in future careers. A day of inspiration, learning, and connection. #GRTI #UJCE #YouthInFocus #CommunityImpact

On 28 March, GRT-I & @go2uj Dept. of Optometry visited Gerald Fitzpatrick Old Age Home for vision screenings. A day of care, connection & raising awareness on eye health. Grateful to serve our elders& support their well-being. #CommunityOutreach #EyeHealth #GRTInspiredCares 🇿🇦👓

SAPRIN bids farewell to its Director, Dr Kobus Herbst & Co-Director, Professor Mark Collinson. We thank them for their remarkable leadership in establishing a diverse national infrastructure consisting of 7 HDSS nodes. Read more here saprin.mrc.ac.za/Farewell_Direc… @MRCza @dstigovza

Call for Abstracts is now open for the Annual SAPRIN Conference. It takes place from 21 – 23 July in Cape Town under the theme “Advancing Health & Social Wellbeing through Population Science.” Apply here events.samrc.ac.za/DelegateRegist…

#CITIESFORBETTERHEALTH #ASIBEHEALTHYGP @GautengHealth

📢 #GRTINSPIRED joined Childhood obesity preventative Initiative (COPI), @CityofJoburgZA , Gauteng Health, the Danish Embassy & media to commemorate #WorldObesityDay (March 4, 2025). Together, we’re driving childhood obesity prevention and promoting healthier communities! 🌍💙