Yacine Diop Djibo FAPH (@YacineDjibo), or simply known as Yacine stands at the forefront of transformative change in Africa, driven by her unwavering commitment to public health and advocacy. As the Founder and Executive Director of @SpeakUpAfrica1, she has played a pivotal role in discovering and implementing effective, sustainable solutions to some of the most challenging problems facing the African people. Founded in 2011, Speak Up Africa under Yacine Djibo's leadership focuses on strategic communications, policy, and advocacy to address critical issues such as malaria, neglected tropical diseases, and sanitation. The organization is dedicated to fostering collaboration with African leaders and citizens to save and improve lives, reflecting Yacine's profound dedication to the well-being of communities across the continent. Yacine Djibo's influence extends beyond the boundaries of Speak Up Africa. She currently serves on the Board of notable organizations such as the RBM Partnership to @endmalaria , the @sabinvaccine Institute, @Nexleaf Analytics, and the Faecal Sludge Management Alliance (FSMA). In an advisory capacity, she has contributed her expertise to organizations including the Malaria Eradication Scientific Alliance (MESA), @Gene_Convene Global Collaborative, and @unitlifeorg . Her career in health advocacy began when she served as the Senegal country director for @MalariaNoMore . In this role, Yacine developed and managed high-profile national programmes aimed at promoting malaria prevention and treatment, showcasing her ability to drive impactful initiatives at a national level. Before dedicating her career to public health, Yacine Djibo honed her skills in strategic management, business administration, finance, and real estate at various private-sector companies. This diverse background equipped her with the comprehensive skill set necessary to address complex challenges at the intersection of health and development. Yacine holds a Bachelor of Arts and Science in International Relations with a minor in Anthropology, showcasing her academic foundation in the field. Further, she earned a Master in Business Administration from Boston University, reflecting her commitment to blending business acumen with a passion for improving health outcomes. As an influential figure in the global health landscape, Yacine Djibo has become a sought-after expert and leader. Her role as the co-chair of the strategic communications partner committee for the RBM Partnership to End Malaria further underscores her impact in shaping health policies and communication strategies. Beyond her professional achievements, Yacine Djibo is actively engaged in social media, where she shares her passion for advancing the Sustainable Development agenda. Her commitment to ensuring that everyone can live a healthy and productive life is evident in her posts and interactions with her audience. Yacine Diop Djibo's journey exemplifies a remarkable fusion of leadership, expertise, and passion for public health. Her tireless efforts, both as the Founder of Speak Up Africa and in various board and advisory roles, continue to contribute significantly to the advancement of health and well-being in Africa and beyond. Yacine was unable to participate in the physical induction on the 2nd of November, 2023 in Abuja (she joined remotely), where she made the DG's #HonourList of Fellows. It was therefore with great honour as part of Track 7 flagship Plenary Session titled "Whole-of-society – the Power of Engaging Civil Society, the Private Sector and Local Philanthropy" on 29th November (#CPHIA2023 Day 3), to induct her into the Academy, with the support of an eminent Fellow, @laktarr001 FAPH. The process was assisted by other Fellows present; @drchimezie FAPH, Hon. @Adaeze_Oreh FAPH, @docthakker FAPH, @ifechuba FAPH, @SoceFallBirima FAPH (@who) and witnessed by leading lights of public health, like @daktari1 (@Amref_Worldwide ), as well as many other esteemed colleagues and participants. @AssiatouKama, the Policy and Research Manager at Speak Up Africa received the award on her behalf. Congratulations, my sister and esteemed Fellow!

Dr Ibahima Socé Fall FAPH, or Socé Fall, as he is universally known, stands as a towering figure in the realm of global health, a distinguished public health scholar, infectious diseases epidemiologist, and leader in the fight against neglected tropical diseases. Dr. Socé Fall's dedication to emergency response within the WHO has been particularly commendable. He is the Director of the @WHO Global #NTD programme. He served as Assistant Director-General in charge of WHO’s emergency response from 2019 to 2022. During this term, he led the Organization’s response to high-impact epidemics, humanitarian crises and acute public health events at global level. He was formally the Regional Emergency Director in @WHOAFRO | African Region (2015–2019). Previously, he had been the WHO Representative in Mali (2012–2015), during which time he had also been appointed by the @UN Secretary-General as Ebola Crisis Manager and Head of the United Nations Mission for Ebola Emergency Response (@UNMEER , 2014–2015). From 2007 to 2012 Dr Fall served as Regional Adviser in the WHO Regional Office for Africa in charge of strategic planning for the malaria control programme as well as coordinator of the working group on strategic planning of the global Roll Back Malaria Partnership to @endmalaria. Dr Fall was trained as a military physician and has over 30 years’ experience in medical practice and public health. He earned a doctorate in medicine (DrMed) and a master’s in public health from Université Cheikh Anta Diop (UCAD) in Dakar, a doctorate in public health (PhD) jointly issued by @Tulane University, USA and UCAD, and a Master of Science in Sustainable Development from Tulane University. Dr Fall also specialized in tropical medicine and epidemiology at the French Military Institute of Tropical Medicine and Aix-Marseille University in 1994–1995. Prior to joining WHO, Dr Fall held various positions in his native Senegal – He notably led Senegal’s efforts to interrupt dracunculiasis transmission in the 1990s. Dr Fall is Commander of the Senegal National Lion Order.  A fellow of the Faculty of Public Health of the Royal College of Physicians of the UK, Dr Fall is the co-author of more than 140 scientific articles and book chapters. As the current Director of the Department of Control of Neglected Tropical Diseases at WHO, Dr. Ibrahima Socé Fall continues to play a pivotal role in shaping global health policies, driving initiatives to combat neglected tropical diseases, and contributing to the overall improvement of public health worldwide. His legacy as a global health leader and infectious diseases epidemiologist is firmly etched in the annals of public health, a testament to a lifetime devoted to the pursuit of a healthier, more equitable world. Socé Fall missed the physical induction on the 2nd November, 2023 in Abuja, where he made the DG's #HonourList of Fellows. It was therefore with great honour as part of Track 7 flagship Plenary Session titled "Whole-of-society – the Power of Engaging Civil Society, the Private Sector and Local Philanthropy" on 29th November (#CPHIA2023 Day 3), to induct him into the Academy, with the support of an eminent Fellow, @laktarr001 FAPH. The process was assisted by other Fellows present; @drchimezie FAPH, Hon. @Adaeze_Oreh FAPH, @docthakker FAPH, @ifechuba FAPH, and witnessed by leading lights of public health, like @daktari1, Hon. @SicilyKariuki, as well as many other esteemed colleagues and participants. Congratulations, Fellow! Pic credits: @TheWaaph & @GHS