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Women in Health: Africa’s youngest neurosurgeon and the future of the field

Posted in: Healthcare system, Healthcare Workers, Latest

Dr Ncumisa Jilata’s journey from a childhood classroom in Mthatha in the Eastern Cape to becoming the youngest neurosurgeon in Africa may have begun with a glass of water. Laura Owings spoke to her about her journey, what drives her and succeeding in the male-dominated field of neurosurgery.

Women in Health: Africa’s youngest neurosurgeon and the future of the field

Women in health: Mlisana on science and co-chairing SA’s COVID-19 MAC

Posted in: Healthcare system, Latest

Professor Koleka Mlisana is co-chair of South Africa’s COVID-19 Ministerial Advisory Committee. Ufrieda Ho interviewed her about her love of science, her career, and her role in the fight against COVID-19.