Supply Chain Leadership Across Africa: Transforming Community Healthcare Delivery through Digital Innovation
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Show Notes
In this new episode of our Supply Chain Leadership Across Africa Series, hosts Scott W. Luton and Jenny Froome are joined by Edwin Mulwa, Director and Team Lead, Digital Solutions Global Technical Team at VillageReach, and Derick Lung’aho, Acting Chief Programs Officer at Medic. Together, they explore the transformative power of digital tools in strengthening community healthcare supply chains across Africa.
Edwin and Derick share insights into how their organizations are leveraging innovative technology to enhance data visibility, optimize healthcare delivery, and empower community health workers with the tools they need to drive meaningful outcomes. For supply chain and healthcare leaders, this conversation discusses challenges like infrastructure limitations, digital literacy, and the importance of user-centered design. The big takeaway? Strategic partnerships, scalable solutions, and a focus on local needs can ensure better health access and equity for communities everywhere.
Additional Links & Resources:
- Learn more about digital tools for community health workers: https://bit.ly/3OBGrwU
- Connect with Edwin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eddiemulwa
- Connect with Derick: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derick-lung-aho-524b9ba/
- Learn more about Medic: https://medic.org/
- Learn more about Village Reach: www.villagereach.org
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