Sakhile Khaweka, Ncengani Mthethwa and Ruth Kwachenera Dube

Sakhile Khaweka, Strengthening Africa’s Health Technologies Advocacy Coalition (SAHTAC) lead, contributes expertise in public health, governance, and research accountability, with a focus on strengthening evidence-based policy frameworks in South Africa. Ncengani Mthethwa, a community manager at the South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC), brings specialised knowledge in health research systems and stakeholder engagement. Ruth Kwachenera Dube, consultant and SAHTAC member, is a seasoned bioscientist with nearly 20 years of experience in public health, community development and sustainable nonprofit initiatives.