Tom Kariuki, PhD

Africa can't afford for global crises to derail its scientific future. The @SciforAfrica 2026 Annual Update proposes how to strengthen scientific sovereignty & economic resilience through: Science Diplomacy Discovery to Delivery Ecosystem Strengthening 📖bit.ly/4bFQCva

Huge congratulations to Prof. Tobias Chirwa on winning the @IBSstats Rob Kempton Award! This prestigious honour recognises his lifelong commitment to advancing biometry in the developing world. As the Head of the Wits School of Public Health and Director of the Sub-Saharan Africa Consortium for Advanced Biostatistics (SSACAB II) Prof. Chirwa is a true champion for the next generation of African scientists. His research on HIV, TB, and malaria continues to solve real-world health challenges. We are incredibly proud to be associated with your excellence! #SFAFoundation #AfricanScience #Biostatistics #GlobalHealth

Today, as we celebrate the #InternationalDayofWomenandGirlsInScience, we recognise that across Africa, women are doing more than just "breaking glass ceilings." They are building the very foundations of scientific sovereignty, from data stewardship and research governance to life-saving genomic surveillance. As highlighted in Dr @EvelynGitau's recent op-ed: "Women are not only advancing scientific discovery; they are building the governance, data stewardship, and public trust that make science durable, sovereign, and impactful." 📖 Read the op-ed here 🔗 bit.ly/4qApfbv #IDWGS2026 #WomenAndGirlsInScience #AfricanScience #SWomenInSTEM #EquityInScience #STISA2034

Spoke at #KASH2026 on Kenya's urgent need for independent vaccine R&D & manufacturing to secure our #health future. It's about collective action, closing the lab-to-clinic gap, & deliberate investment in every step from discovery to distribution for affordable #Vaccines .

Held a productive engagement with a team from the Science for Africa Foundation (SFA Foundation) led by CEO Prof. Tom Kariuki during a courtesy visit in my office. Our discussions focused on partnering in critical areas such as climate research and innovation, transforming scientific findings into practical policy guidance, enhancing climate financing to support impactful initiatives, and fostering knowledge exchange to strengthen collaboration between scientists and policymakers. We are committed to leveraging science and innovation to drive sustainable environmental solutions and we look forward to follow-up engagements to develop a clear framework for working together.

With the launch of the Global Action Plan for Clinical Trial Ecosystem Strengthening @WHO sets a new standard for faster, fairer, people-centered #clinicaltrials. Read more : 👉bit.ly/4lPlUEs @vaseemoorthy @Afroscientist @Caxton_Murira #GAPCTS #GlobalHealth

Leapfrogging in STI strategies talk with CEO @Afroscientist & his team @SciforAfrica need for stronger collaboration to leverage international funding & position Kenyan researchers in global research, leadership, Science diplomacy, socialization of STI @nrfkenya @nacosti

Did you know that 2024 was the hottest year on record? #Climatechange is already devastatingly impacting #health in the world’s most vulnerable regions. We seek insights from health workers through a Climate & Health Survey to shape global solutions. 👉 bit.ly/42fS3Oa

CONSULTANCY OPPORTUNITY: We are seeking proposals from qualified consultants to develop comprehensive research costing and pricing models and toolkits that are easily adaptable by universities and research institutions in Africa. Details 🔗 bit.ly/4jrZRm1

@SciforAfrica, Grand Challenges Canada, Global Grand Challenges Network & The Geneva Learning Foundation have launched a global survey aimed at understanding health impacts of climate change. I encourage health professionals to participate in the survey shorturl.at/Lxuyy

“Climate change doesn’t just affect our environment; it touches every part of our lives, from mental health & poverty to migration, peace, & conflict. The stakes are high, and we all feel the urgency.” @Afroscientist says at the inaugural #CHAC2024

Attending the 1st Climate & Health Africa Conference (#CHAC2024) in Harare 🇿🇼 @Afroscientist @SciforAfrica announced the eight Grand Challenges Africa grantees, who’ll be tackling innovative projects to advance #ClimateHealth resilience in #Africa. Exciting journey ahead!

I had the opportunity to share insights on @SciforAfrica interventions on climate change at the Africa Climate & Health Conference in Zimbabwe.

Our CEO ⁦@SciforAfrica⁩ ⁦@Afroscientist⁩ speaks at #UNGA79 on levers for change to address Challenges in Water and Sanitation in Africa

Our partnership with UNESCO will ensure the adoption of a collaborative approach to identify, prioritise and support science ideas that fortify Africa’s science ecosystem, contributing to improved lives and transformed economies.

In a short time, we at @SciforAfrica have laid a strong foundation by operationalising our organ, attracting vital funding & championing impactful research to address the unique challenges in Africa. Read more in Annual Report 2023 here: bit.ly/4fVwhDr

Join me at the Kenya National Research Festial tomorrow as I share a funder's perspectives on the overarching research systems that individuals and institutions operate within, highlighting the challenges we've observed and offering solutions to overcome system-level hurdles.

The SFA Foundation is proud to be supporting innovators in Africa to develop innovative AI applications to tackle major challenges, drive positive change and build a healthier, more equitable world!

This paper highlights an important and sad reality for science in Africa. Limited funding, expensive supplies and limited access. Not to talk of pay walls to access published data. @SciforAfrica @AfricaCDC @sofoniaskt @gbip_iau @jenny_molloy @BeneficialBio nature.com/nature-index/n…

Strengthening teamwork one adventure at a time! 💼 Our team-building retreat last week was a huge success. From problem-solving challenges to deepening connections, we're ready to conquer new heights together! 🚀 #FromScienceToImpact #TeamBuilding