CatherineSakala
Petauke, Zambia
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April 21, 2013
March 14, 2012
Catherine Sakala
About Me:
I am an entomologist working in Eastern Zambia on Tsetse and Trypanosomosis Control. I am also a fellow under African Women in Agriculture Research and Development AWARD. I am currently pursing a masters at the University of Melbourne in Australia.
My Passions:
I want to see a Zambia and an African free from Tsetse flies and the disease Trypanosomosis which is debilitating to both Humans and Livestock, allowing reclamation of productive land for agriculture
My Challenges:
Government funds are very structured and sometimes may not support programs which are relevant at the correct time.Finding independent funders of neccessary and appropriate research
My Vision for the Future:
I want to be an effective role model, able to influence policies, mentor and inspire other women and girls and able to advocate for inclusion of more women in leadership roles that are relevant
My Areas of Expertise:
Entomologist, Parasitology , Agriculture, Project Management,
My Languages:
English, Chichewa
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