James Thuranira

M&E, Research, and disease Surveillance

James joined HEFDC in 2016, bringing with him a wealth of expertise and combined experience in Public Health Research; Infectious Diseases Surveillance; Laboratory Systems Strengthening; Data Analytics and Data Use. His expertise and experience has been key in delivery of major Technical Assistance and Quality Assurance consultancy assignments in Global Health at HEFDC.

He has been supporting our clients in Infectious Disease Surveillance and Laboratory Systems Strengthening providing support in the development and enhancement of laboratory infrastructure, bolstering diagnostic capabilities and data management systems for optimization to address emerging and existing public health needs in Kenya and across the region.

He is committed towards fostering collaboration and partnerships among key stakeholders in the development and implementation of innovative research strategies across various sectors, including STEM, healthcare, technology, agriculture, and sustainable development to drive solutions that address Middle and lower income countries unique challenges and promote long-term growth

Education and Training

– MSc Public Health (Infectious Disease), London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, UK

– Epidemiology and Biostatistics Scholar, University of Antwerp, Belgium

– Infectious Disease Surveillance VLIR Scholar, Institute of Tropical Medicine Antwerp, Belgium

– BSc Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Minnesota