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23/04/2025

On 26th April, 2025 from 5-6 PM E.A.T we will have a Space session, come and join us as we engage and share around Youth in Tech and Agriculture.

This session will be moderated by our very own Tess Teresia M. Gitau

Come and listen to the good thoughts and engage this wonderful group of speakers
Noah Harris Makwilimba , Ikechi Agbugba, PhD, MBA, FHEA , Roy Otieno Odawa , Collins Amanya , Stacy Angeline.

20/04/2025

"One patient, one doctor, one connection at a time." This powerful mantra drives the vision behind Airtook (Advanced Innovative Remedies via Telemedicine, Organic Options, and Kaizen). Developed to tackle the critical challenges within Africa's healthcare system, Airtook is more than just a platform—it's a revolution in telemedicine.

Today, we shine a spotlight on the visionary .etuken Etuken Idung , the revolutionary mind behind Airtook. His groundbreaking work is transforming healthcare accessibility across the continent through innovative virtual consultations, mobile walk-in clinics, and a growing portfolio of nutraceuticals.

Curious about how this cutting-edge technology is reshaping African healthcare? Visit Page-ix Magazine via our website to learn more and discover ways to connect with this inspiring initiative.

18/04/2025

Happy Easter Eve to our cherished readers and the fantastic contributors who bring Page IX e-Magazine to life! Your insights and engagement are deeply appreciated. Wishing you a serene day before the joy of Easter! 💐

15/04/2025

The Greening Kuwadzana project highlights our theme for the April magazine issue with their slow but sure progress of "One Tree at a Time."

With urban expansion, Africa’s savanna is under threat from deforestation and climate change. The Greening Kuwadzana Project is proving that local action can drive continental change, transforming Kuwadzana into a thriving green hub while championing climate and environmental justice.

Through Fruit Trees in Schools, Trees Against GBV, and Tree Care Therapy for Mental Health, this initiative is not just about planting trees—it’s about restoring ecosystems, improving livelihoods, and empowering communities.

Their Vision is to expand across more high-density suburbs in Harare, creating networks of urban forests that benefit both people and wildlife. Every tree planted is a step toward preserving Africa’s natural landscapes, combating desertification, and strengthening environmental resilience.

Let’s support projects that green our cities, protect the savanna, and build a sustainable future. Read more about the project in our magazine (link to follow)



Oscar Omondi Bernard Mukuria Teresia M. Gitau Nicholas Barasa Mfon Cyril Udoh Imani Henrick Luvanga

09/04/2025

05/04/2025

Page IX-5 is here, available our website for our readers to access the valuable input that our team and contributors have put together for the first quarter of 2025.

The question we are asking about this issue is whether Savannah is well protected. You need to dig deeper into the Savannah to know the actual breakdown and shake-ups in this.

To our team: Teresia M. Gitau , Imani Henrick Luvanga , Seda Marshall, Nicholas Barasa Mfon Cyril Udoh , Bernard Mukuria , Sangaka Mong'are, Oscar Omondi

And to our contributors: Students of College of Cape Town , Flora E. Meque , Queen Sheba D Cisse , Etuken Idung , Nosipho Guwa ,Ilse Hesselberth , Tafadwa Gwini , Andrew Maconald Photography, Dhir Jakharia , Photo Sunny Pictures Photography

THANK YOU ALL FOR THIS!

12/02/2025

The Kampala Slum Mobile Cinema is an inspiring initiative designed to deliver entertainment, education, cultural enrichment, and awareness to underserved communities in Uganda. The program operates in 5 slums, two in Entebbe and three in Kampala. This is done through a custom-built Mobile Cinema Van, equipped with state-of-the-art projection and sound systems which brings the magic of cinema to these areas. Azadi Ash adi ash tells us about this initiative as she features last year's November festival that brought local and international cinema to underserved communities in Uganda and more than 200 submissions. This was their second edition which was a 10-day festival began in Kitooro, Entebbe. We at PAGE IX Magazine, have shared this story that she compiled in our latest magazine issue, find more about this from pages 9-10

11/02/2025

For us to understand the role of Public-Private Partnerships (PPP), we look at Tanzania’s Vision 2050, which is looking to transform its nation through the PPP. Through their flagship project of Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) with an investment of over $7.5 billion, the Tanzanian government has managed to efficiently connect major economic hubs across the country, significantly reducing transportation times and costs.

The Julius Nyerere Hydropower Project, currently under construction for $2.9 billion, will be one of East Africa's largest power stations to generate 2,115 MW of electricity—enough to power millions of homes and businesses.

The strategic expansion of the Dar es Salaam Port, through a $345 million investment, has increased its annual cargo handling capacity by 50%, strengthening Tanzania's position as a vital regional trade hub. Additionally, establishing special economic zones has attracted over $1.5 billion in foreign direct investment, creating thousands of jobs and fostering industrial growth across various sectors.

Have a look at our magazine and get to understand the challenges they have been facing, the economic impact, and the policies and adaptations that have been put in place to ensure that Vision 2050 becomes a reality.

07/02/2025

Through the fourth industrial revolution, Anthony Maina, CEO of Food Cloud is advocating for the use of technology I Agriculture from production, maintenance of crops, harvesting, post-harvest handling of crops, and value addition to monitoring the agroecological conditions for the crop to develop and increase the yield. He calls for collaboration among the stakeholders including farmers, technology providers, policymakers, and consumers to create an agricultural landscape that meets the growing population's demands and ensures food security. Learn more about this technology from our magazine.

04/02/2025

Aanuoluwaposimi Mary Ajayi, tells us about a tale of the Yoruba mythology where she describes one of the most revered rivers in the Yoruba land, the goddess it is named after, the stories behind the goddess, the festival which takes place annually in August, the roles of the families of Arugba in the festival, the spirituality and the importance of the river. Welcome to the “Legend of River Osun”. Find out more from our magazine.

29/01/2025

Rukudzo kavumbura, a dedicated advocate for sustainable agriculture in Zimbabwe, is also the founder of Ash-GRIC whose core operation revolves around food processing and the sale of value-added produce derived from agro-commodities and also offering consultancy services. Through the ‘seeds of change” that he has sown in Zimbabwe, he is transforming the rural communities through education and training. Today we share his transformative ideas and story and thank him for his input in our latest e-magazine issue. Please find out more on our website

25/01/2025

Water scarcity across the world is affecting nearly one billion people who do not have access to clean, safe water - that's the equivalent of 1 in 8 people on the planet a crisis that we discussed iin our first issue under the topic “The Water Crisis in the Horn of Africa.”
Through the DeFi Hunger and Poverty Water Bond, we find a solution to this crisis affecting us. (ONW), is a global think tank that aims to build water taps in the desert, turn seawater into drinking water, pump water from boreholes, or convert nighttime dew to drinkable water. Through its water bond solution, ONW intends to equip communities with solar-powered desalination machinery, solar-powered water pumps, and solar-powered evaporation systems. They have shared with us this noble idea through our magazine and how we can be able to solve this crisis.

23/01/2025

Have you ever considered using grass as an alternative to food? Have you ever considered its potential in solving food security issues and providing sustainable solutions?

We introduce you to Faith Wandia, an innovator who is turning grass into sustainable products. In Her Grass to Greatness story, she sees extraordinary potential in the ordinary. Through bioengineering, she has developed a process that transforms grass into nutrient-rich flour. She is also revolutionizing women’s health by turning grass into eco-friendly sanitary pads.

Learn more about her work in our magazine where she also calls us to act now as the dream of turning grass into a sustainable, life-changing resource is closer than ever.

21/01/2025

tells us the tales of the “Guardians of time” which have a deep historical and cultural meaning that interlinks the evolution of Madagascar, human culture, and ecological dynamics. She tells us about the tales of the “grandmother of the guardians of time,” where it is found and the conservation challenges facing them.

20/01/2025

Our focus turns to the Democratic Republic of Congo, a country rich in minerals but with many families living in deplorable conditions.

What is happening in the region that is making the local teachers question the future of Congo when their children are being sacrificed for foreign profits? How many more forests must fall and communities displaced before meaningful changes occur?

Our feature “How Congo’s Slavery is Lighting Tech Paradise” has captured most of these details on how the global demand for cobalt, coltan, and other precious minerals essential for smartphones, EVs, etc. has created a human rights crisis.
Have a look at our magazine and let's have a meaningful conversation about this, “the time has come for Africa to demand better terms for its resources and people. The minerals may power the world's technology, but this should not come at a cost to our humanity."