Strathmore Business School Leads the Way in Malaria Eradication Efforts

Through the Leadership, Management, and Governance (LMG) Program, Strathmore University Business School is leading the way in malaria eradication efforts in Africa. The Program, now in its second phase, kicked off this week in Yaoundé, Cameroon for a week-long training for 38 leaders spearheading malaria management in the various districts in Cameroon.

The Program will address key challenges in malaria eradication, with modules focusing on leadership, innovation, health financing, human resources, supply chain, and information management. By integrating these critical areas, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the complexities of malaria elimination and acquire practical skills to drive efficient and sustainable interventions.

This Program is further committed to fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange. Through interactive sessions, real-life case studies, and field trips, participants will gain practical insights and strategies to enhance their leadership, management, and governance skills. Virtual modules further facilitate ongoing learning and collaboration, allowing participants to engage with peers and experts from diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Funded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF), this Program aims to equip leaders with the essential skills needed to transition from malaria control to eradication through tailored, holistic, and innovative leadership development. Further, the Program aims to empower leaders and managers of National Malaria Control Programmes (NMCPs) and their allies in Ministries of Health to effectively manage malaria and other vector-borne disease programs within their country contexts. Phase 2 focuses on deepening the impact by targeting not only senior leaders at the national level but also, leaders at sub-national, regional, and district levels. This expansion ensures a broader reach and greater effectiveness in malaria elimination efforts across the continent. 

The first phase of the Program trained 197 leaders across six countries in malaria eradication strategies and phase two expanded its reach to include four additional countries: Ethiopia, Burundi, Senegal, and South Sudan. 

As Phase Two of the LMG Program unfolds, participants embark on a transformative journey, of personal and professional growth. Equipped with the right skills and mindset, the participants will play a pivotal role in advancing malaria eradication efforts and improving healthcare outcomes in their communities.