About me
An environmental and science journalist focused on public health, climate change, and emerging technologies in Africa, with particular interest in the intersections of science, climate, and environmental issues.
Award Winning Journalist
Sharon Muzaki is an accomplished, award-winning environmental and science journalist focused on public health, climate change, and emerging technologies in Africa, with a strong interest in the intersections of science, climate, and environmental issues. She is passionate about storytelling that brings clarity to complex scientific and environmental challenges and highlights their real-world implications for communities across the continent.
Writing
Africa launches historic malaria vaccine rollout amid funding uncertainty
As life-saving immunisation campaigns push ahead, health leaders call for local ownership and global solidarity after US funding cuts to Gavi.
Growing waste, rising risks: Masese dumpsite threatens Jinja communities
At Masese dumpsite in Jinja, waste sustains livelihoods while quietly endangering lives. As the site exceeds its capacity, women and nearby residents face mounting health risks amid gaps in urban waste management.
Mapping the risk of deadly zoonotic disease.
Scientists analyse decades of data to map the potential of Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic Fever in Sub-Saharan Africa
From kitchen cures to the laboratory
Thilivhali Emmanuel Tshikalange traces his journey from childhood remedies in rural Limpopo to leading research that validates traditional healers’ plant-based treatments
Building Africa’s next generation of vaccine scientists
Through virtual simulations and practical training, a Nigeria-based initiative is equipping African researchers with the skills to design, test, and manufacture the continent’s own vaccines.
I am helping to tackle Uganda’s measles outbreak
Prossy Namuwulya, a molecular scientist, is at the heart of surveillance, analysis and data sharing.
Climate Change: How recurring floods, landslides have affected Elgon Sub-region
For some time now, different parts of Uganda have been experiencing flash floods and landslides. Even when the problem is widespread, parts of Bugisu and Sebei have been the most affected
Toxic water, unequal impact: The gendered toll of industrial pollutionange: How recurring floods, landslides have affected Elgon Sub-region
In Uganda, the discharge of industrial waste into the River Nile has created a public health crisis, particularly affecting women's urogenital health. Historically overlooked, these health risks underscore significant environmental injustice and call for urgent intervention.
Achievements
Sharon Muzaki Selected for Africa and Middle East Fellowship
‘More Than an Accolade’: Sharon Muzaki Reflects on a Life-Changing Fellowship
NPF Selects More Than 60 International Journalists for 2025 Rare Disease Reporting Fellowship
Six journalists awarded ABSW travel grants to WCSJ2025
Meet the speakers: Corporate greenwashing in Ugandan sport is a new trend
Contact
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