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Author #YouthCan . 50 Most Influential Women in Kenya. African Female Author of the Year. Comms & Engagement Director @womenlifthealth . PhD student @SBSKenya

Nairobi, Kenya
Joined March 2011
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Lizz Ntonjira
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Speak up, because the day you don't speak up and speak out for the things that matter to you is the day your freedom truly ends!
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My masters thesis was on exact this! And I recall a supervisor telling me “social media is just fluff and has no bearing!” I feel so vindicated!!!
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Let me NEVER hear someone saying social media has NO power! This is a powerful example of how social media can change our future and for everyone to take cognizance of the changing face of governance and democracy facilitated by technology!!!
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I graduated with my Master's in Public Policy & Management @SBSKenya a few days ago & today I graduate with my Professional Diploma in PR @CIPR_UK I was mad 😂 doing 2 intense courses at same time- but God is amazing! 2 graduations, one year, days apart in 2 different continents!
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Hello 35. Cheers to another trip round the sun. A little older, a whole lot wiser. ❤
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4 years
The cat is out of the bag, today I launched my book #YouthCan .The book is an anthology of 50 empowering stories from 29 women and 21 men from 22 sub saharan African countries. The book can be purchased at & can be shipped worldwide & delivered countrywide
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I love the people who refuse to give up, that no matter what,they keep going! Thank you @WilliamsRuto for showing young people that they can be under dogs and still rise above the noise. Still be champions. You truly can be anything, regardless of the odds. Congratulations!
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This is 36. I am grateful for all that I am, all that I have and all that is. I'm thankful for all of it. The highs. The lows. The blessings. The lessons. The setbacks. The comebacks. The losses. The milestones. Everything! Looking forward to what the future holds.
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Let me NEVER hear someone saying social media has NO power! This is a powerful example of how social media can change our future and for everyone to take cognizance of the changing face of governance and democracy facilitated by technology!!!
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If standing up for yourself burns a bridge. Let it burn. Goodmorning.
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My God. This thread ! The level of unimaginable torture and pain our ancestors went through is just.....I don't even know the words to use.
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@AmbMKamau but for your long will our sisters continue being enslaved in the middle east? Does it have to always get here for Govt to intervene? How many lives have been lost in the past? Still,these rogue agencies that send these young girls out there exist? What is being done?
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This matter was taken up by our ambassador in Saudi Arabia and the lady is now in safe hands.
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Dear @CNN if u cannot make proper research on African countries;please spare us ur ignorance #SomeoneTellCNN @camanpour @BeckyCNN @ErrolCNN
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This is 37. Blessed and grateful to see this day. Cheers to another trip round the sun 🙏🏿
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How it started: How it's going
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So excited & thrilled to be joining a team that's been working tirelessly hard to advance women's leadership in the global health space.Women,as a majority of the healthcare workforce, act as a strong foundation for comprehensive healthcare solutions. Ready for this new chapter!
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WomenLift Health
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We are honored to welcome @lizzientonjira as our Communications & Engagement Director! 🎉 Lizz brings extensive experience in the public, private & international development sectors. She is a champion for #womensleadership & #genderequality . Learn more:
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Remember that you can't force someone to respect you, but, you can choose not to be disrespected.
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Don't shrink yourself to fit into places you've already outgrown.
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3 years
Know. Her. Name. @vanessa_vash on the cover of @TIME extremely proud of you Nakate, the sky is never the limit. 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿 #YouthCan
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17.3.17. Because of you, I laugh a little harder, cry a little less, and smile a lot more. Happy 3rd anniversary to us baby🥂 @amutuma
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Stop trying to sit with those who aren't ready to sit with you.
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You're only difficult to people who can't manipulate you.
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Sometimes your blessings are blocked by your disobedience to evolve. 😐
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Lizz Ntonjira
3 years
Never allow yourself to be bullied, cowed, harassed, intimidated...Speak up (even if your voice shakes). Even if they won't like you for it- they will respect you and your boundaries.
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Applauding all frontline health workers, including my mommie who has been a nurse for the past 37 years. You have always and will always be my hero☺
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20 people. Let that sink in. 20 people flew to Mauritius for 6 nights. Let that sink in. 6 nights! Like 1,2,3,4,5....6 nights! To receive two awards on tax payer money. This country has a MAJOR problem. MAJOR. 🤬🤬🤬
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Hello 32. Thank you God! #itsmybirthday #forevergrateful 🙏🏽
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Trust the process. Rome was not built in a day.
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2 years
Kenyans deserve better. Kenyans deserve answers (irrespective of what category of work they do). Kenyans deserve ACTION taken against human rights abuses happening to our young women in the middle east, who are tortured, & even killed! Not this cavalier & lackluster attitude!
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I don’t want our lives to be quoted as an example of the perfect marriage, but as the coolest adventure ride that two people ever took. Happy fourth anniversary my love @amutuma Love you forever ❤
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You are confined only to the walls you build yourself.
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3 years
I know we are often told to see the best in everyone...but, when your sixth sense tells you not to trust someone...DO NOT TRUST THEM. ...this sixth sense, has more often than not saved me from very toxic situations and environments. Laleni salama.
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I have come to learn that, no matter how hard you support people, how much you defend them, how supportive you are to them -they will always find something to discredit you on, nevertheless, move on. Remember, opinions, like weapons are often made for defence as well as offense
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My husband starting the month with a bang! Second year in a row, ranked top 25 CEO's making an impact in this months #BusinessMonthly ! Congratulations @amutuma You are the epitome of hardwork, resilience and always committed to your purpose ❤ @DHLAfrica
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I updagraded from a size 6/8 to a 12/14 and some people act like I swallowed a baby elephant 😂😂 Get over yourselves! 😜
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When they talked about creating jobs...they meant for THEMSELVES!!! BBI scraps the only 2 youth position in existence and bloats the executive. The tax payer is tired of paying for unnecessary bills and salaries so NO! This is a BBI meant to continue oppressing the have nots!
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Oliver Mathenge
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I will do a summary of the BBI Report in point form in the coming days. Here is part one on the proposed changes to the Executive and Parliament.
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If it doesn't help you move forward, leave it behind.
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Hi sis @DrNtonjira Congratulations on your appointment as country manager @PhilipsKenya - you deserve it and I'm extremely proud of you. Sky is never the limit. You are a wonderful mentor and great leader! @PhilipsKenya is lucky to have you 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾
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Good morning. What comes easy won't last long and what lasts long won't come easy.
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Wonderful headline. Spot on. Thank you @PeopleDailyKe for showcasing this! We remain hopeful and strong. And yes, we are unbowed. 💪🏾💪🏾 #stayingstrong 🇰🇪
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Hello September ❤
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Lizz Ntonjira
5 years
This is 33! Happy birthday to me! This year, among other things, I would like to spread more education about eye health. It's one of the health issues that is often ignored yet, loss of sight can and will completely change your life. @LapaireGlasses
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Today is the most special day for me. I became a mother on this day 9 years ago! Thank you for coming into my life and for fulfilling me. Happy birthday, my prince! I wish every day of your life brings you new reasons to smile.❤❤ cc @amutuma
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4 years
It's never too late to be what you might have been.
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We need these International medias to know that just because we are Africans- doesn't mean we are numb to pain and hurt! We are humans as well! Don't publish insensitive pictures of our brothers and sisters. You wouldn't do that in your countries. #deportkimiko
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@Okunnu_Lamidi 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿🙌🏿🙌🏿🙌🏿 We are all rallying behind you.
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You always win when you move through the world with authenticity, honesty, love and a grateful heart. Always.
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The hubris. No greetings. No acknowledgment, empathy and sympathy of lives lost. No questions from the media. No accountability. Property is replaceable. Lives are irreplaceable. Such hubris.
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Is it now? Easy to blame the youth when rallies are being held left, right and centre. CS, let's see that same energy as you reprimand the political class....ama they are exempt from the national restrictions and #COVID19 ?
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NTV Kenya
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CS Kagwe: The youth are flirting with Covid-19.
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One day, all the people who didn't believe in you, will tell people how they met you.
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I just watched this ad smiling from ear to ear...I'm so so so proud of @EliudKipchoge keep flying the Kenyan flag high! @BrandKenya @tunajibu @magicalkenya @Nike
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Go where you are needed, wanted acknowledged and appreciated. This applies in all facets of life- whether professionally, socially, spiritually...I see so many young people trying & struggling to fit in or getting exasperated by seeking other people's validation. Stop.
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Celebrate every win, no matter how small. Good morning 😊
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You could be standing next to someone who is trying their best not to fall apart. So whatever you do, do with kindness in your heart.
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4 years
Why do these pastors allow politicking in church?? Why? Don't they see themselves as facilitators of incitement? Aren't you ashamed, as an individual, picking a microphone in church, the house of God, to incite and spread hate? Urgh. 😫
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When the President spots you trying to sneak a clever selfie 😂 #WD2019 @MeetVancouver @Amref_Worldwide
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No more changes to the Constitution! Get the country's priorities straight. This country does not belong to 2-3 families. Such IMPUNITY! Urgh. When you deal with corruption then you can talk about these other non factors. @StateHouseKenya
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When you promise to do something, do it. Keeping your word is underrated.
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5 years
Knowledge is power. Information is liberating. Education is the premise of progress, in every society, in every family.... @SBSKenya 2019 graduands WE MADE IT ❤
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Happiest birthday my king @amutuma Love you FOREVER ❤
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This is my happy dance for the genuine  support from wonderful people as I rebuild my new IG account....in less than 24 hours hitting over 2K followers. As my good friend @Kambua puts it, some set backs are merely preparing you for a major comeback #countdown #71daystogo
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Greatest human tragedy is trying to make EVERYONE happy. You can't and will never make everyone happy. Focus on your focus and those who need to be in your narrative will be there. This thing for being people pleasers, forget!
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The number 34 symbolizes using creative energy to achieve your desires and life purpose, and I hope to do exactly that this year. As I turn a year older, I'm grateful for so many things, most importantly to God, a supportive partner @amutuma , a loving family & genuine friends ❤
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If you try and fail, that's ok. Be proud of yourself. Most people don't get to the 'try' part.
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Love the fact that our governor @SakajaJohnson thanked his supporters for voting him in. Gratitude is so rare...and so refreshing when we see it practiced! 🙌🏿
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Important to always know your worth.
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4 years
Me and the ever gorgeous @BettyMKyallo had a chat about my book #YouthCan and lots of other interesting things...tune in on her YouTube channel #BettyKyalloLately that airs in T-5mins 😘 @LizzNetwork #InspiringYoungLeaders
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Lizz Ntonjira
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In today's  Sunday Nation, get to learn more about @LizzNetwork & the wonderful work my team & I have been undertaking. I have big plan for the Network. Also I give some key advice on strategic communications for those who would like to pursue it as a career path.. #happyreading
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Exit anything that makes you feel like you are not enough. Remember, you are light. Shine.
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Is this a debate or inquiry?
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Lizz Ntonjira
6 years
Jeff Bridges once said that the way to change the world is through individual responsibility and taking local action in your own community! @Amref_Worldwide is an outstanding example of this and I'm excited to join this excellent team led by @daktari1
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Sometimes you win, sometimes you learn.
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7 years
God! You are so amazing! As in ..I'm still speechless. For the dolls that nominated me....God bless....🙏🙏🙏 I'm so excited and looking forward to the Award ceremony later in May in the UK! @Women4Africa thank you and thank you for your amazing work!
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Passport and visa privileges go well beyond short-term visits or conferences. They profoundly shapes the global health job market and privilege people in HICs. It also ensures lack of diversity in major global health agencies. What a piece by @paimadhu 👌🏾
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Those who tried to bury you didn't know you were a seed. Sprout. Grow. Flourish. Prosper. Cheers to the new week.
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A friend of mine sent me this and reminded me that "takers have no limits".
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19 days to go! @DrMehari , a scholar of peace & security, law & governance & human rights & migration issues says "I can't breathe moments" for African youth are reflected by the structural alienation of youth from decision making processes in their countries #YouthCan #countdown
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Everybody's dreams are valid. 🖤
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"If there's a book that you want to read, but it hasn't been written yet, then you must write it." Prolific writer Toni Morrison once said that. And so I have. The book is titled #YouthCan & can be ordered via . You will not be disappointed 😘 @LizzNetwork
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I'm overwhelmed with gratitude! My former team @Amref_Worldwide threw me a party & wow! The memories we made will stay in my heart 4ever. As a leader,sometimes you may be unsure of a lot of things but what I've always known,I had a small, but mighty team that I will dearly miss❤
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You were born ready 💪🏿💪🏿 Let's do this! In T- 5hours 🙌🏿🙌🏿
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We. Dit. It 🙌🏾 After months of planning,sleepless nights,countless meetings,many flights to & from 🇹🇿,we successfully convened over 1000 global health leaders from over 40 countries to discuss why investing in women’s leadership is critical. Check out @womenlifthealth for more!
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Lizz Ntonjira
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A very happy birthday to this wonderful lady whom a lot of us look up to @MarthaKarua wishing you many years of abundant blessings, laughter and fun! Continue being a voice of the voiceless, and an inspiration to the youth!
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One of the first things I mentioned to my hubby @amutuma when I saw the speaker list of @WomenDeliver was "How lovely it would be to meet @staceyabrams !" And then....THIS HAPPENED!...so serendipitously! I have truly admired her leadership, passion, persistence & resilience. Wow!
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Look at you @wawiranjiru ....this is really the leadership we seek and need. Great job ❤
@wawiranjiru
Wawira Njiru
4 years
We officially launched @Food4Education ’s 2nd kitchen set up in partnership with Dagoretti South CDF. We’re now ready to serve 30,000 kids a day with nutritious lunches once schools reopen! ✅ Growing X3 more than before the pandemic, ✅ 100% clean energy. #feedingthefuture
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A hearty congrats to one of mentors & great leader @bantigito who is NOW a fully fledged Professor of Entrepreneurship at @uonbi Business School. Prof. Ndemo's research centers on the link between ICTs & SMEs with an emphasis on how ICTs influence economic development in Africa
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A lioness is known for its strength, bravery, agility, loyalty, protectiveness and nurturing tendencies...so I'm beyond honored & humbled to receive this Lioness Award under Media category for my #YouthCan book and Communications Impact. Thank you @JenniferRiria Foundation ❤
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How it started: How its going:
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I'm beyond humbled to have one of the biggest lifestyle magazines globally @Elle_Italia feature my story & work @Amref_Worldwide & my book #YouthCan & @LizzNetwork . @aretusa_30 thank u for beautifully capturing this & the stories of powerful young women captured in my book ❤
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One day, you won't have to say "one day" and that day is coming.
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You get in life what you have courage to ask for. So, ask away.
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Keep these people around you in 2021: The inspired The passionate The motivated The grateful The open minded #2021ready
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2021 has been bitter sweet so far. As I take stock of my half year...one key thing that keeps ringing in my mind is - RESILIENCE- the ability to mentally or emotionally cope with a crisis or to return to pre-crisis status quickly. Mental fortitude is critical, particularly now❤
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"Global health is a field that was born out of colonialism and white supremacy. Even today, it is neither diverse nor truly global. Every aspect of global health is dominated by individuals and institutions in high-income countries (HIC)." @paimadhu
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Extremely proud of the 2021 @AmrefUniversity graduating 🎓 class! You have done an absolutely amazing job!Despite the difficulties 2020 presented- you were agile, resilient & determined to complete your courses & now lend your expertise to the health ecosystem. Congratulations 👏🏿
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Rock bottom has built more heroes than privilege. Blessed #MashujaaDay 🇰🇪
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Lizz Ntonjira
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It annoys me to see part of the people who make up Govt- on Twitter - saying Govt should do this or that. That's why you were elected, nominated or appointed. Dammit. To go into those rooms we mwananchi don't have access to and be our voice. Nkt. Take action! 🤦🏾‍♀️
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Lizz Ntonjira
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Life is pretty funny. I cannot tell you how many people 'canceled' me early on in my career..."this young girl, what does she know,"- same people now texting "Girl, it's been a minute, let's catch up!" - Lesson: Trust your journey. Trust your pace. Sooner or later, it pays off🙂
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Lizz Ntonjira
2 years
The day "independent" polling organisations will share true results of polls done & the day "independent" media will feature governance & political stories with no bias..is the day we will be on a true path to some semblance of democracy. Right now, everything is a puppet show.
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Lizz Ntonjira
8 years
@KirigoNgarua @WillisRaburu NTSA, Cops and County Govt. failing. PSV'S overlapping, obtruct traffic to pick passengers. I miss Michuki.
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