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The Root Of The Science Podcast

Anne Chisa

176 episodes

1 week ago

Send us a text When we think of bees, we rarely imagine them meeting technology. Yet for Albert Mutangiri, a lifelong beekeeper and CEO of Blue Bean Software, innovation and nature go hand in hand. In this episode of the Root of the Science Podcast, host Anne Chisa explores HivePulse, a smart monitoring system that uses sensors and data analytics to track hive health, boost pollination, and strengthen food security. Albert shares how his passion for beekeeping led to creating a globally use...

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Send us a text When we think of bees, we rarely imagine them meeting technology. Yet for Albert Mutangiri, a lifelong beekeeper and CEO of Blue Bean Software, innovation and nature go hand in hand. In this episode of the Root of the Science Podcast, host Anne Chisa explores HivePulse, a smart monitoring system that uses sensors and data analytics to track hive health, boost pollination, and strengthen food security. Albert shares how his passion for beekeeping led to creating a globally use...

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The Root Of The Science Podcast

EP 167: Albert Mutangiri, Can Tech Save the Bees That Feed the World?

Send us a text When we think of bees, we rarely imagine them meeting technology. Yet for Albert Mutangiri, a lifelong beekeeper and CEO of Blue Bean Software, innovation and nature go hand in hand. In this episode of the Root of the Science Podcast, host Anne Chisa explores HivePulse, a smart monitoring system that uses sensors and data analytics to track hive health, boost pollination, and strengthen food security. Albert shares how his passion for beekeeping led to creating a globally use...

1 week ago

31 minutes

The Root Of The Science Podcast

EP 166: Dr Karl Daniel, Telemedicine as a New Approach to Healthcare Access in Kenya

Send us a text Imagine walking 50km to see a doctor versus getting treated from your phone. In Kenya, there’s just one doctor for every 5,000 people, far below the WHO’s recommended standard. Long queues, high costs, and staff shortages make access difficult. In this episode of Rooted in Health II, Anne Chisa speaks with Dr. Karl Daniel, a medical doctor and healthcare entrepreneur, on how TIBU Health’s hybrid model is making healthcare accessible through in-person care, pharmacies, mobile c...

1 month ago

40 minutes

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EP 165: Maboang Matlou, The Miracle Tree: Transforming Agriculture with Moringa

Send us a text Maboang Matlou, founder of Lefakong Farm, shares her journey transforming a family farm into a thriving moringa enterprise that addresses nutrition, climate change and economic development simultaneously. Maboang's story is a masterclass in agricultural innovation and perseverance. Get started with moringa farming by listening to Maboang explain the research, planning your market strategy, planting, and maintaining consistency. Support the show Follow the show on: Twit...

1 month ago

30 minutes

The Root Of The Science Podcast

EP 164: Dr. Keabetswe Ncube, Achieving Sustainability in Agriculture through Genetics

Send us a text What if the future of African agriculture lies not in expensive technology, but in understanding the hidden genetic code of livestock that have survived drought, disease, and harsh conditions for generations? Dr. Keabetswe Ncube takes us on a journey into agrigenomics - the science of using genetics to improve crops and livestock for healthier, stronger farming systems. From her childhood in Pella Village, bottle-feeding orphaned goats to founding her own agricultu...

2 months ago

58 minutes

The Root Of The Science Podcast

EP 163: How Aid Cuts Affect Patients, Research and Jobs in Africa

Send us a text What happens when life-saving funding disappears? How do healthcare systems adapt? Can domestic resources fill the gap? The sudden freeze of US aid disbursements in January sent shockwaves through healthcare systems across Africa. Six months later, what was once a policy announcement has turned into a devastating reality for millions who depend on life-saving HIV and TB services. Stepping into the aftermath of these cuts, we explore the human cost behind the headlines, t...

3 months ago

43 minutes

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EP 162: Emmanuel Valentine, Making High-Tech Farming like Hydroponics Affordable for All

Send us a text With the continent's population projected to reach 2.6 billion by 2050, food production must increase by 70% amidst growing challenges from climate. Valentine Emmanuel, a Nigerian agricultural scientist, shares his innovative approach to solving Africa's food security challenges through sustainable farming techniques and entrepreneurship. Valentine's research on the cyclone nutrient economy repurposes treated wastewater for hydroponic farming, to make this farming system affor...

3 months ago

35 minutes

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EP 161: Dr. Tebogo Makhubela, From Soweto to National Geographic, Tracing Human Origins

Send us a text What if the ground beneath your feet could tell you exactly when our ancestors walked the Earth? Dr. Tebogo Makhubela, a geologist from Soweto and a recent National Geographic Wayfinder Award winner, followed his scientific passion and is now uncovering these ancient stories as a National Geographic Explorer. This conversation takes us from when he bravely chose geology without financial backing despite pressure to pursue more conventional careers, to his work dating fos...

4 months ago

42 minutes

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EP 160: Future Women Innovators, meet the Dream STEM Technovation Summit Winners

Send us a text When 50 girls from underprivileged communities gathered at the Dream Women in STEM Technovation Summit in Durban, something big happened. In just three days, these young innovators became creators, inventors and problem-solvers who dared to reimagine their worlds and their futures. The summit challenged participants to develop solutions addressing real community problems through science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. The result was innovations tha...

4 months ago

30 minutes

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EP 158: Dr Okechinyere Achilonu, Biostatistics as the Backbone of Health Research in Africa

Send us a text What happens when passion meets purpose in the world of medical data? Dr. Okechinyere Achilonu takes us through her journey in the evolving landscape of biostatistics in Africa. She reveals how this often-overlooked field serves as the backbone of health research across the continent. Born in Nigeria, Dr Okechi is currently a lecturer and biostatistician at the University of Witwatersrand in South Africa. She also shares the impact of the Sub-Saharan Africa Advanced Consortium...

5 months ago

38 minutes

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May Root of Science News Roundup

Send us a text What happens when African scientists tackle our continent's most pressing challenges? The May 2025 edition of our News Roundup, the first release under this segment, majorly focuses on innovation in health. The first is an AI-powered, solar-powered device that diagnoses Malaria and dispenses medicine. We also talk about Ghana's Yamachi Biotech and their creation of Africa's largest cancer genomic database. Our conservation segment unveils a wildlife trafficking cri...

5 months ago

15 minutes

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EP 158: The Role of African Podcasters in Science Communication

Send us a text On this Africa Day podcast, five African science communicators discuss their role in amplifying authentic African research voices. They explore how digital platforms are transforming science communication across the continent. From immunology and plant science to scholarly communication and mentorship platforms, these podcasters share their journeys of creating digital spaces where authentic African scientific voices can thrive. Support the show Follow the show on: ...

5 months ago

53 minutes

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EP 157: Bongiwe Mtshali, Turning Invasive Plant Species into Renewable Energy

Send us a text What if the invasive plants ravaging African agriculture could become part of the solution to our energy crisis? In this conversation, researcher Bongiwe Mtshali reveals her innovative work converting problematic alien plant species into valuable renewable energy resources. Support the show Follow the show on: Twitter: @Rootofscipod Instagram: @Rootofscipod YouTube: The Root Of The Science Podcast Facebook: The Root of The Science Podcast LinkedIn: The Root Of The Science P...

6 months ago

33 minutes

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EP 156: Dr. Rachel Mkandawire, the Woman Agricultural Scientist Reshaping Policy in Africa

Send us a text In this episode, Dr. Rachel Mkandawire shares her journey from plant pathology to agricultural policy. With degrees in crop science, plant nematology, and a PhD in plant pathology, Rachel brings unique scientific insights to her work at the Food Agriculture Natural Resources Policy Analysis Network (FANRPAN). She explains how her work at FANRPAN is transforming food systems across Southern Africa through participatory farmer research and evidence-based policy making. ...

7 months ago

37 minutes

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EP 155: Prof Lee Fairlie, M72 Vaccine Trial in South Africa: A New Era in TB Treatment

Send us a text Tuberculosis remains one of the deadliest infectious diseases globally, claiming approximately 3,400 lives daily. On this World TB Day episode, We speak with Professor Leigh Fairley, Director of Maternal and Child Health at Wits RHI and Associate Professor at the University of Witwatersrand, about groundbreaking research that could transform TB prevention. As a key figure in the M72 trial, she discusses the M72 trial, its significance in the fight against TB and the poten...

7 months ago

34 minutes

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EP 154: Prof Kennedy Dzama, Rethinking Food Systems to Combat Hunger in Southern Africa

Send us a text Nearly 19 million children in Southern Africa face stunting, while over 40 million people experience food insecurity annually. What drives these alarming statistics and how can we address them effectively? Professor Kennedy Dzama, who leads the Southern Africa Food Lab at Stellenbosch University, offers profound insights into this critical issue. He talks about the interconnectedness of climate change and food security, the establishment of the Southern Africa Food Lab and how...

7 months ago

30 minutes

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EP 153: Dr Charles Takalana, How Africa is Reclaiming Its Place in Global Astronomy

Send us a text In this episode, Dr. Charles Takalana, Deputy Director of the Office of Astronomy for Development and Interim Head of Secretariat for the African Astronomical Society, shares how Africa is advancing in the fields of space science and astronomy research. Dr. Takalana also highlights the society's work in building a strong astronomical community across Africa since its revival in 2019. Key initiatives include supporting young scientists, addressing misconceptions about astronomy,...

7 months ago

32 minutes

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EP 152: Anne Chisa, Our Journey and Our Future in STEM Communication

Send us a text How did we transform from a single podcast into a dynamic media platform that is promoting African voices in STEM on the global stage? Join Anne Chisa, our Founding Director in this exclusive release of where we started and where we are going. Our commitment is to spark even bigger conversations, thanks to our incredible team and the support from our listeners, guests, and partners. Support the show Follow the show on: Twitter: @Rootofscipod Instagram: @Rootof...

9 months ago

12 minutes

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EP 151: Anne Chisa and Joy Owango, Amplifying Africans in STEM and African Research

Send us a text Ever wondered how African researchers are shaping the global scientific narrative? Today, we celebrate the fifth anniversary of the Root of the Science podcast with a special collaborative episode featuring Joy Owango, the founding director of TCC Africa. As we discuss the necessity for a multidisciplinary approach and the growing demand for digital accessibility, Joy and I tackle the strategic challenges of effectively navigating today's digital platforms, exploring how...

9 months ago

50 minutes

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EP 150: The Race Against Time: Progress, Challenges and the Road Ahead in the Fight against Malaria

Send us a text In our final episode this year, we spoke with Jenn Gardy (Deputy Director, Malaria Surveillance, Data & Epidemiology, Gates Foundation) and Susan Rumisha (Principal Research Scientist and Lead, Malaria Atlas Project, Dar Node), to unlock the secrets to eradicating malaria by 2030. They discuss the innovative approaches and daunting challenges in the ongoing battle against malaria. From preventive strategies like environmental modifications and dual active-ingredient (AI) i...

10 months ago

56 minutes

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EP 149: Dorcas Jelagat Tuitoek exploring Industrial Decarbonization and Green Technologies as Climate Solutions

Send us a text What does it take for Africa to lead the charge in sustainable industrialization? Join us on this enlightening conversation with Dorcas Jelagat Tuitoek , a PhD student at the University of Oxford, whose research on industrial decarbonization in the steel industry is setting a new standard for green technology. Discover how Dorcas transitioned from a promising career at Deloitte to becoming a key player in the global effort to combat climate change. Support the show ...

10 months ago

36 minutes