A reflection on the evolution from software engineering to open-source maintenance, highlighting the importance of human judgement in managing contributions, especially in the context of AI-generated code.
Africa holds 24% of the global disease burden but only 3% of the health workforce. Medic Afya, an African-led initiative, aims to strengthen local health systems through reliable digital solutions and local stewardship.
Medic Afya: A New Digital Health Hub for African-led Innovation Read More »
There are a lot of misconceptions about localization and local ownership. Here, Medic Co-Executive Director Shreya Bhatt shares three key lessons about local ownership from the past 15 years.
We Talk About Local Ownership. Do We Build for It? Read More »
Shreya Bhatt and Andra Blaj reflect on their experiences at the Skoll World Forum, emphasizing community collaboration, the importance of local leadership, and the need for responsible AI in healthcare innovation.
Hope, Hard Truths, and Health for All: Medic at Skoll World Forum Read More »
The Community Health Toolkit has expanded significantly, supporting over 180,000 workers while addressing technical challenges for sustainable growth.
Digital Solutions at Scale: Growing the Community Health Toolkit for Lasting Impact Read More »
Andra Blaj and Shreya Bhatt, as Medic’s Co-Executive Directors, emphasise co-leadership’s importance in enhancing healthcare accessibility globally.
Shared Power, Lasting Impact: Why Shared Leadership Is the Future of Community Health Read More »
In Nairobi, a day of discussions focused on digital health transformation, emphasizing community involvement and collaborative leadership for universal health coverage.
The Future of UHC Starts Here: Community Health in the Digital Age Read More »
Innovative digital health tools improve community care through collaboration, enhancing efficiency and security via interoperable systems and Single Sign-On features.
The 2025 African HealthTech Summit highlighted the importance of balanced digital health innovation, collaboration, data use, and youth empowerment for sustainable solutions.
The SanteComCIV digital system in Côte d’Ivoire enhances community health by improving data collection, empowering health workers, and contributing to reduced child mortality through efficient care.