David Njagi

3 weeks ago | devex.com | David Njagi

With the dismantling of USAID and a shift away from traditional official development assistance, activists see a chance to reshape the future of African agriculture. With the dismantling of the U.S. Agency for International Development and decline of traditional foreign aid from many Western donors, Africa’s food system is at a crossroads — and agroecology activists see an opportunity to make it more sustainable.

1 month ago | devex.com | David Njagi

Every year,  in Africa die from complications related to childbirth. For their babies, the odds are just as dire: 1 million newborns die in the region each year. According to Miriam Laker, a medical doctor and researcher working with the global charity GiveDirectly, traditional aid has made progress in terms of reducing maternal and child mortality. But many of the solutions were one-sided, meaning they failed to address the problem in totality.

2 months ago | the-star.co.ke | David Njagi

Psychosis is growing in Kenya, due to drugs and substance use and delayed mental health treatment.  Had it not been for a bold decision to seek treatment late last year, Henry (real name changed) would have slid into the depths of what is unfolding into Kenya’s worsening psychosis crisis. Henry was an alcohol consumer, a habit he had picked in his teens, stepped it up in campus, fanned it after getting a job, before it took hold of him during the Covid-19 social lapse.

2 months ago | devex.com | David Njagi

Africa is grappling with a growing opioid crisis fueled by weak enforcement of regulations, medical supply shortages, and a thriving black market. These challenges have been exacerbated by U.S. aid cuts, which have disrupted critical programs. As Africa battles an opioid abuse surge, experts warn it could escalate into a full-blown addiction and mental health crisis if proper interventions are not implemented.

Feb 28, 2025 | devex.com | David Njagi

Africa faces a critical medical supply crisis fueled by fragmented procurement systems, high costs, and counterfeit drugs. However, new alliances are innovating solutions to bridge these gaps. Africa is grappling with a severe medical supply crisis, with fragmented procurement systems and high costs leading to stock shortages and the spread of counterfeit drugs. However, a new wave of alliances — including nonprofits, social enterprises, and logistics firms — is emerging to bridge these gaps.