Main Editorial Theme: The CARTA newsletter focuses on building a robust multidisciplinary African academy to lead impactful research in population and public health. Key meetings of the Board of Management and the Patrons Advisory Group were held to discuss program implementation and strategic advice.
Key Research Stories and Highlights: The newsletter celebrates the achievements of CARTA's Deputy Director, Prof Sharon Fonn, and Prof Kathleen Kahn, who received the Vice-Chancellor’s Academic Citizenship Team Award for their pivotal roles in establishing the CARTA program. Additionally, a partnership with ESE:O aims to enhance scientific writing skills among fellows.
Scholar and Cohort Updates: The selection process for the second cohort of CARTA fellows is underway, with over 70 applications received. The newsletter also highlights the participation of fellows in international courses, enhancing their research capabilities and contributing to their doctoral studies.
Institutional News: CARTA's Secretariat announces the relocation of the African Population and Health Research Center to a new campus in Nairobi, offering enhanced facilities for research and training. The re-launch of the CARTA website, in collaboration with Google.org, aims to improve communication and collaboration among fellows and faculty.
Upcoming Events: Key upcoming events include the Joint Advanced Seminar Curriculum Development Meeting and the CARTA Partners Forum in Johannesburg. These events will focus on data management and analyses, as well as the selection of the second cohort of fellows, furthering CARTA's mission to strengthen research capacity in Africa.