Dr Linly Banda Ndebele 4 min read… Vitamin A deficiency (VAD) remains a public health problem in Africa, where it affects over 30 million children under the age of 5 years, as well as pregnant and lactating women. Deficiency of vitamin A has serious implications which include; impaired vision, night blindness, weakened immune system and poor … Read more
Dr Tongayi Mwedzi 4 min read… Zimbabwe, a nation graced with a mosaic of waterways, might at first glance seem blessed with abundant water resources. This seeming abundance though, masks a more-grave ongoing problem; “water pollution”. Zimbabwe continues to struggle with water quality problems that have a significant impact on both the environment and public … Read more
In the African savanna, there exists an astute and communal creature, the monkey, which demonstrates a remarkable strategy when it comes to foraging for food. As a troop of monkeys descends upon a farm to raid its crops, they always leave a young monkey perched high upon the tallest tree branch. The young monkey’s role … Read more
Young academies, like ZIMYAS, are crucial for pushing the frontiers of science and technology in developing countries. They offer a fertile ground for innovation and collaboration, connecting young scholars with policymakers and providing a platform for interdisciplinary exchange.
