PUBLIC HEALTH EXPERT
Bridging the gap between rigorous research and creative storytelling to build a more just and equitable world. From Tlaseng to the global stage, dedicated to transformative public health and development.
EXPERTISE
"My journey has been driven by a single, unwavering purpose: empowering marginalised voices and building a more just and equitable world."
Leading transformative HIV/AIDS, TB, and Gender Justice programs across 18 countries in Southern and Eastern Africa.
Rigorous research grounded in developmental studies and human rights, published in leading journals.
Using creative storytelling and drama to give voice to the voiceless and drive social change.
Developed bespoke MEL Systems that helped various organisations across Southern and Eastern Africa to Monitor, Measure and Evaluate their performance effectiveness, Impact and Sustainability.
Empowered civil society, individuals, and private companies across Southern and East Africa through strategic plan development, Resource Mobilisation, policy expertise, and capacity-building initiatives.
Contributes to academia through supervising Master’s and PhD students, mentoring scholars, providing technical support, and publishing impactful research in reputable, high-impact journals
Dr. Jacob Segale is a distinguished public health expert, human rights advocate, author, and development specialist with over two decades of experience designing and leading transformative programs in Africa. His work is characterised by a unique blend of strategic innovation, rigorous research, and profound commitment to empowering the continent's most marginalised and underserved communities.
His journey from a small village in South Africa to becoming a globally recognised expert is a testament to his resilience and dedication to creating positive change through evidence-based interventions and creative storytelling.
Hailing from Tlaseng Village, just outside Rustenburg, South Africa, Dr. Segale's journey is one of remarkable resilience. His early years in Lethabong were marked by a burgeoning passion for the arts and drama, a creative foundation that continues to inform his narrative-driven approach to advocacy today.
This early love for storytelling evolved into a powerful tool for giving voice to the voiceless, transforming personal experiences into catalysts for social change and community empowerment.
His pursuit of knowledge led him to the world's leading institutions, building an exceptional academic profile that combines theory with practical application.
Instrumental in securing major research grants and developing comprehensive monitoring systems that enhanced program effectiveness and accountability across gender justice initiatives.
Enhanced data management systems aligned with UNAIDS strategies, improving health outcomes through evidence-based interventions and robust monitoring frameworks.
Provided crucial technical support for the implementation of PrEP programs for key populations in Zambia, Haiti, Namibia, and Mozambique, expanding access to preventive healthcare.
Explore Dr. Segale's published works and contributions to public health literature.
Insights, thoughts, and perspectives on public health, human rights, and development.
Whether you have a question about my research, want to discuss a potential project, or just want to say hello, I'd love to hear from you.
jacob@drjacobsegale.com
+264 81 3431 624
+27 72 329 5875
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