Fourth Meeting of the DS-I Africa Consortium
16 - 22 November 2024
The Ravenala Attitude Hotel, Mauritius

Mr Paballo Chauke - Participant

DS-I Africa Coordinating Center ()

Paballo Chauke is a Training Coordinator at MalariaGEN, a malaria genomic epidemiology network which seeks to create genetic data resources to support the control and elimination of malaria. He works with partners around the world to understand their genomics surveillance knowledge needs and help develop and deliver training courses. He assists teams working in the vector and parasite fields to provide training, support and capacity development. He is also a Malaria Champion, having been part of a campaign to end malaria in our lifetime with David Beckham, this advocacy merges the scientific rigor of genomics with the transformative power of public engagement. Together with others, they have channeled youth energy and high-profile visibility into a potent message for world leaders, spotlighting the need for critical investment in the fight against malaria. This drive to impact global health policy is fueled by his commitment to education and his passion for empowering communities through knowledge.