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Dr. Chikwe Ihekweazu has been awarded the prestigious AMI Honorary Fellowship in recognition of his remarkable contributions to applied microbiology and global public health.

Chikwe Ihekweazu has assumed a crucial role in the field of global health by leading the recently established World Health Organization (WHO) Hub for Pandemic and Epidemic Intelligence.

During a recent Devex event held alongside the United Nations General Assembly in New York City, Chikwe Ihekweazu and his wife Vivianne, co-authors of An Imperfect Storm: A Pandemic and the Coming of Age of a Nigerian Institution, were commended as "global health’s power couple” by Devex Editor-in-Chief Raj Kumar.

Chikwe Ihekweazu has played a significant role in global public health, particularly in the management of infectious diseases. Amid the early stages of the COVID-19 outbreak, Ihekweazu, together with his wife Vivianne, recognized the importance of documenting their experiences in a book.

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Nairobi, Kenya – June 9, 2024 – In a landmark initiative, international and local humanitarian organizations are joining forces to implement a series of transformative projects aimed at alleviating poverty, improving healthcare, and promoting sustainable development across Africa.

Education is a powerful tool for breaking the cycle of poverty, but many students face challenges due to inadequate living conditions. The Human Race Foundation (HRF) is making a significant impact by constructing dormitories that provide safe and comfortable accommodations for students, particularly in rural areas.

Access to clean drinking water is a fundamental human right that many communities around the world still lack. The Human Race Foundation (HRF) is dedicated to changing this by implementing water well projects in areas with scarce or contaminated water sources.

Villagers react as they search through a landslide in Yambali village, in the Highlands of Papua New Guinea.

In underprivileged communities, children often lack safe and accessible spaces to play. The Human Race Foundation (HRF) is addressing this critical issue by constructing modern playgrounds. These playgrounds are not merely places for children to play; they are hubs of activity that foster social interaction, physical development, and mental well-being.

With great joy, we announce to the general public that the HRF global website is ready for launch. This will close down the margin of communication restrictions experienced by members in our various zones. Let us connect to make humanity a thing to cherish each day.

In 2013 HRF North America provided 2 young ladies  with financial assistance to help with their education.  This went a long way to easing their anxiety and fears over whether they could afford to remain in school.