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Should Universal Healthcare be Universal in Nigeria?

Good morning, my dear friend! This week’s newsletter includes three articles. The first discusses implementing universal healthcare in Nigeria, emphasizing tailored strategies for local health challenges. The second highlights the unintended consequences of health policy reforms and suggests engaging stakeholders and focusing on sustainability. The third advocates for empathy-driven leadership in healthcare, emphasizing the importance […]

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Investors Fund in Subsaharan Africa: How Healthcare Startups Can Compete with their Fintech Counterparts.

It’s interesting to observe that in Sub-Saharan Africa, fintech startups often capture the attention of investors, while healthcare startups seem to struggle to gain similar traction. This could be attributed to investors’ preference for quicker returns on investment. However, it is possible to cultivate the same level of interest in healthcare startups by implementing the

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Is the Future of Health Policy in Sub-Saharan Africa at a Crossroads?

In recent years, we’ve seen significant strides in health policy across Sub-Saharan Africa. However, the COVID-19 pandemic has revealed both strengths and glaring weaknesses in our current systems. As the global population continues to grow and the prevalence of non-communicable diseases increases, it becomes increasingly important to develop and implement sustainable health policies. These policies

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Is being a healthcare leader all about medical know-how, or is there more to it?

Surviving the intricate world of healthcare demands more than medical expertise; it requires strong leadership and strategic thinking. As a seasoned medical doctor and business strategist, I’ve witnessed firsthand how impactful leadership can transform patient care, team spirit, and organizational success. Authentic leadership isn’t just about making tough decisions; it’s about inspiring and motivating your

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The Silent Epidemic of Burnout in Healthcare

Beneath the surface of the healthcare profession, a silent epidemic is taking its toll: burnout among healthcare professionals. Every day, we walk into our roles with a passion for healing, but the relentless stress and exhaustion make us feel like cogs in a machine rather than caregivers making a difference. This isn’t just fatigue—a deep

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7 Practical Ways of Dealing with Personality Clash in Your Team.

Leadership is an art, and just like any artist, leaders have to deal with their team’s harshest critics – the clash of personalities. Leadership isn’t just about steering the ship; it’s about ensuring all hands are on deck, working harmoniously. Clashes are inevitable, but with understanding, empathy, and a commitment to growth, they can be

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Emerging trends in global health financing

In recent years, there has been a significant shift in how health financing is structured, particularly in regions such as Nigeria and Sub-Saharan Africa. The traditional donor-based models are being replaced by innovative financing mechanisms prioritising sustainability and efficiency in addressing public health challenges. Impact investing and social bonds are innovative financing mechanisms to ensure

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What role does compassion play in leadership?

Have you ever wondered if compassion has a place in leadership and business? After all, isn’t it just a “soft skill” that has no real impact on profits and market share? As a medical doctor who has worked in both healthcare management and entrepreneurship, I can tell you that compassion not only has a place

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Don’t wait for the old to end before starting the new strategy.

Are you tired of waiting for the perfect time to execute your business strategy? Well, it’s high time you shift your focus from reactive to proactive! The business game is changing; you don’t want to be left behind. Gone are the days when strategists would wait for the game to end before starting a new

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Emergency medical response: It’s time, let’s talk.

When we think of emergency medical response, we may imagine a chaotic scene with medical professionals rushing to save lives or a frantic dash to the hospital with flashing lights and blaring sirens. However, emergency medical response is much more than that. A sound system is like a well-oiled machine, with every component crucial in

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