Using satellite imagery to improve immunization coverage in DRC
In 2017, only 1 out of 3 children was fully immunized in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, while 1 child out of 5 didn’t receive any vaccines (MICS Survey).
In 2017, only 1 out of 3 children was fully immunized in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, while 1 child out of 5 didn’t receive any vaccines (MICS Survey).
My role at Acasus is to advise on public health issues across the organizations, including all the countries in which Acasus works and other initiatives or projects, such as evaluations...
GAVI estimates that in the countries it supports, one in five children ‘drop out’ of the schedule between their first and third dose of DPT, while 10 million children do not receive a single dose of DPT at all.
Logistics in developing countries are often perceived as insolvable nightmares: structural barriers such as vast territories, limited infrastructure and hot climates often come with inadequate processes. Implementing simplified routines and ensuring continuous improvement through the use of basic digital tools can help increase traceability, accountability and efficiency.
Easter preparations in Ethiopia? Bread pudding in Pakistan? New year's Eve in the Democratic Republic of the Congo? Find out how our diverse team celebrates favorite holidays around Africa, the Middle East and Europe!
What are the challenges for female professionals in different developing countries? Five incredible women working on creating a huge impact in health and education, share stories about their experiences and the situation about gender equality in their societies.
We have been watching Polio eradication for the last six years. A few changes would end polio transmission in Pakistan within months. If those changes are not made now, it will get much harder.
Many reform efforts continue the status quo or apply radical solutions to common problems. In our experience the best approach is far simpler - understand what’s already working and use those insights to improve the system.
Rankings can drive big improvements in performance. They can also generate disagreements and gaming. Understanding the nuances of ranking systems is key to using them effectively.
In North West Pakistan Acasus has been supporting the government to rapidly increase the utilization of recently upgraded public health services. Four strategies in combination are achieving strong results.
تطوير التكنولوجيا القادرة على إيجاد حلول; أربعة نصائح لتحسين التدخل التكنولوجي في الدول النامية. تقدم التكنولوجيا إمكانات هائلة لتطوير خدمات القطاع العام في الدول النامية.