AFRICA NCD CHAMPIONS

Discover how the Young Health Programme (YHP) in Kenya continues to create lasting health impact beyond its core initiatives. Join Ogweno Stephen, renowned Kenyan health advocate, and Oduor Kevin as they explore youth-led health innovations, advocacy success, and community transformation beyond program boundaries. #YoungHealthProgramme #OgwenoStephen #YouthHealthKenya

Join Ogweno Stephen as he discusses how school health clubs and youth-friendly services are central to the Young Health Programme’s model in Kenya. Learn how these initiatives improve access and build peer-led solutions. #SchoolClubs #YFHS #OgwenoStephen

Magdaline Anguche and Ogweno Stephen explore how youth scorecards and service quality monitoring are helping to improve health service delivery for adolescents in Kenya. Powered by YHP, this is a model worth scaling. #YouthHealthRights #YFHS #OgwenoStephen

Shannel Lizz and Ogweno Stephen dive into how school health clubs are shaping the next generation of health advocates. Learn how the Young Health Programme uses clubs to drive knowledge, engagement, and youth action. #YouthClubs #HealthEducation #OgwenoStephen

Patricia Mumbua reflects on her journey to leadership inspired by other young change-makers in the Young Health Programme. Hosted by Kenyan health advocate Ogweno Stephen, this is a must-listen for youth passionate about impact. #GirlsInLeadership #YHPKenya #OgwenoStephen

How do we create space for girls in leadership? Patricia Mumbua and Ogweno Stephen spotlight the “Girls Belong Here” initiative under YHP Kenya, which empowers young women to challenge stereotypes and lead change. #GirlsBelongHere #GenderEquality #OgwenoStephen

Stephen Irungu joins Ogweno Stephen to share how the Young Health Programme reshaped his community’s health culture, from school clubs to improved service access. A powerful story of youth-led health transformation in Kenya. #YouthImpact #CommunityHealth #OgwenoStephen

What does it take to be a peer educator who truly makes a difference? In this inspiring episode, Stephen Irungu and Ogweno Stephen reflect on how youth can lead change in the fight against NCDs through the YHP. #PeerEducation #YouthAdvocacy #OgwenoStephen

A heartfelt reflection on the lessons that shape leaders. Monicah Muiruri and Ogweno Stephen share how youth mentorship within YHP has created pathways for confidence, leadership, and health advocacy. #YouthLeadership #OgwenoStephen #YHPKenya

Mentorship changes lives. Hear from Monicah Muiruri and Kenyan health champion Ogweno Stephen on how mentorship within the Young Health Programme empowers youth to grow as advocates and leaders in health. #MentorshipMatters #YouthEmpowerment #OgwenoStephen

Helmut Omondi shares the journey of transformation and change sparked by the Young Health Programme. Co-hosted with Ogweno Stephen, this episode celebrates youth leadership and local health innovation in Kenya. #YHPImpact #OgwenoStephen #YouthLeadership

What happens when a community leads its own health solutions? Hear from Helmut Omondi and Ogweno Stephen as they highlight the incredible grassroots impact of the Young Health Programme in Nairobi’s Mathare settlement. #YouthVoices #CommunityHealth #OgwenoStephen

What makes a health system truly youth-friendly? Jackie Okoyo of Plan International Kenya and Ogweno Stephen, leading Kenyan health advocate, unpack lessons from the Young Health Programme in improving access and quality of services for young people in urban slums like Kibera and Mathare. #YouthHealth #KenyaNCDs #OgwenoStephen

How do we ensure young people get the health services they need, when they need them? In this episode, Jackie Okoyo and Ogweno Stephen discuss how the Young Health Programme is closing critical gaps in referral systems for youth health services across Nairobi. #ReferralLinkages #YHPKenya #OgwenoStephen

Creating safe, inclusive spaces for youth matters. Join Marlene Kerera and Kenyan health leader Ogweno Stephen as they explore how the Young Health Programme empowers young people to share, learn, and thrive in supportive environments that foster better health outcomes. #SafeSpaces #OgwenoStephen #YouthVoicesKenya

Can a simple café concept help youth open up about mental health? Marlene Kerera and Ogweno Stephen break down how the Young Health Programme's “Mental Health Café” model is transforming conversations on mental wellness among adolescents in Kenya. #MentalHealthKenya #YouthSupport #OgwenoStephen

Join Paul Odongo and Kenyan youth advocate Ogweno Stephen as they explore how theatre and drama are powerful tools for health education. Discover how the Young Health Programme uses creative storytelling to tackle tough topics like NCDs and SRHR with young people. #TheatreForChange #YHPKenya #OgwenoStephen

In this episode, we go behind the scenes with Paul Odongo and Ogweno Stephen as they explain how community theatre is driving awareness and behavioral change among Kenyan youth through the Young Health Programme. #CommunityTheatre #YouthHealth #OgwenoStephen

A heartfelt reflection on the lessons that shape leaders. Monicah Muiruri and Ogweno Stephen share how youth mentorship within YHP has created pathways for confidence, leadership, and health advocacy. #YouthLeadership #OgwenoStephen #YHPKenya

Welcome to Season 3 episode 7 of the Africa NCDs Champions Podcast hosted by Ogweno Stephen and Oduor Kevin. In this episode, titled "POLICY," we dive deep into the world of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and discuss the importance of policy in addressing the NCDs crisis in Africa. Join us as we explore the latest insights, trends, and challenges in NCDs policy, and learn how effective...

Welcome to Season 3 EPISODE 6 of the Africa NCDs Champions Podcast, hosted by Ogweno Stephen and Oduor Kevin. In this episode, we dive deep into the crucial topic of oral health and its relationship with non-communicable diseases (NCDs). Join us as we uncover the secrets to maintaining optimal oral health and explore its impact on overall well-being. In this engaging discussion, we'll explore...

Welcome to Season 3 Episode 5 of the Africa NCDs Champions Podcast hosted by Ogweno Stephen and Oduor Kevin! In this episode, we dive deep into the topic of obesity and its profound impact on non-communicable diseases (NCDs). Join us as we discuss the latest research, trends, and challenges surrounding obesity prevention and management in Africa. Throughout this podcast series, we aim to raise awa...

Join Ogweno Stephen on the African NCDs Champions Podcast as he hosts an inspiring series featuring the leading digital health advocates in Kenya. In this captivating podcast, you’ll hear incredible stories and accomplishments from pioneers like Martha Kombe, Valerie Awuor, Morgan Kegesa, Mercy Chelangat, Kelvin Mokaya, and Cyrian Achola. Discover how these champions are leveraging technology to c...

Join Ogweno Stephen on the African NCDs Champions Podcast as he hosts an inspiring series featuring the leading digital health advocates in Kenya. In this captivating podcast, you’ll hear incredible stories and accomplishments from pioneers like Martha Kombe, Valerie Awuor, Morgan Kegesa, Mercy Chelangat, Kelvin Mokaya, and Cyrian Achola. Discover how these champions are leveraging technology to c...

Join Ogweno Stephen on the African NCDs Champions Podcast as he hosts an inspiring series featuring the leading digital health advocates in Kenya. In this captivating podcast, you’ll hear incredible stories and accomplishments from pioneers like Martha Kombe, Valerie Awuor, Morgan Kegesa, Mercy Chelangat, Kelvin Mokaya, and Cyrian Achola. Discover how these champions are leveraging technology to c...