Main Editorial Theme The CARTA newsletter focuses on advancing research capacity in Africa, celebrating the graduation of two fellows, and emphasizing the importance of retaining well-trained scholars in the region. It highlights CARTA's commitment to fostering a vibrant multidisciplinary African academy.
Key Research Stories and Highlights The newsletter features Simbarashe Takuva, a CARTA Fellow who received a Young Investigator’s Award for his research on vitamin D among HIV patients. It also highlights Herbert Longwe's award-winning presentation on HIV/AIDS research at a conference in Malawi.
Scholar/Cohort Updates Updates include the selection of 27 new CARTA Fellows, showcasing their diverse research topics ranging from maternal health to epidemiology. The newsletter also reports on various seminars and workshops attended by fellows, such as the Joint Advanced Seminars focusing on data management and scientific writing.
Institutional News CARTA's collaboration with institutions like ANAFE and the Carnegie Corporation is highlighted, focusing on cross-learning and potential synergies. The newsletter also introduces new staff members, Mercy Machiya and Grace Ndege, who bring valuable experience to the program.
Events The newsletter covers significant events, including the CARTA Partners’ Forum, training workshops, and international conferences. It also announces upcoming events such as the call for PhD applications and the Joint Advanced Seminars, reinforcing CARTA's ongoing efforts to support research and training in Africa.