Author Archives: Oduor Kevin

The 4th Global NCD Alliance Forum was a spectacular experience. As one of the over 650 delegates, I was impressed by the level of organization showcased by the Global NCD Alliance and its partners. But it was not just the event that elevated the NCDs as a priority topic. It was the famed Kigali Car-FreeContinue reading “KIGALI CAR-FREE DAY: A MODEL FOR NCD PREVENTION AND HEALTH PROMOTION”

Tobacco Industry Interference Digital Watch Initiative (TIIDWI) monitor and expose tobacco industry tactics that shape public perception, influence policy, and drive market expansion. Through real-time tracking, we identify studies, reports, and media narratives that either promote industry interests or provide valuable insights into tobacco control. Today, we turn our attention to a recent study thatContinue reading “Unpacking B2B Marketing Strategies for Oral Nicotine: A Call for Vigilance”

When I learned I had been named one of the Top 100 Kenyans of 2024,  I was stunned. The news came as a joyous surprise, catching me completely off guard. I remember reading through the list, not expecting to find my name, only to feel my heart skip a beat when I did. It wasContinue reading “A MOMENT OF GRATITUDE: RECOGNIZED AMONG THE TOP 100 KENYANS OF 2024”

Recently, I had the privilege of participating in the Annual Reflection Meeting organized by Plan International Kenya, an inspiring gathering that brought together young people, parents, and healthcare providers to reflect on the achievements and lessons of the Young Health Program (YHP). The program targets adolescents aged 10–19, emphasizing the importance of teaching children aboutContinue reading “EMPOWERING ADOLESCENTS FOR A HEALTHIER FUTURE: REFLECTIONS FROM PLAN INTERNATIONAL’S ANNUAL MEETING”

As an alumnus of the Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI), Cohort 34, I recently had the privilege of serving as a judge during the YALI Cohort 59 Design Challenge. This experience was both nostalgic and inspiring, as it reminded me of my own journey through the program and gave me a front-row seat to witnessContinue reading “EMPOWERING AFRICA’S NEXT GENERATION: REFLECTIONS FROM JUDGING THE  YALI COHORT 59 DESIGN CHALLENGE”

Breast cancer is a pressing global health concern, and with research establishing a clear link between alcohol and seven types of cancer, including breast cancer, the need for innovative awareness campaigns has never been more critical. I had the incredible privilege of contributing to the “Be Loud for Change” (BL4C) Campaign by co-creating a songContinue reading “BE LOUD FOR CHANGE – USING MUSIC TO AMPLIFY BREAST CANCER AWARENESS”

Recently, on the 14th October 2024, I had the privilege of attending a resource mobilization training organized by the NCD Alliance of Kenya at the Four Points by Sheraton Hotel in Hurlingham, Nairobi. This event was a unique opportunity to learn from fundraising experts and connect with peers working to combat non-communicable diseases (NCDs). TheContinue reading “Insights from the NCD Alliance Kenya Resource Mobilization Training: Building Sustainable Fundraising Strategies”

The Beginning of an Exciting Journey The journey through the Explore Program by the Founders Factory Africa Academy was transformative, testing our resilience, creativity, and determination. It began with identifying our entrepreneurial sweet spot, where we introspected to understand our strengths, passions, and market opportunities. This foundational step aligned our personal values with our businessContinue reading “My Journey Through the Founders Factory Africa Academy (Now 54 Collective): From Aspiration to Achievement”