“We Thought It Was Safe” – The Small Mistake That Cost a Life
Every year, over 4.3 million people die from preventable accidents in low- and middle-income countries—and many of these deaths stem from one dangerous assumption: “We […]
The Data Blind Spot in African Health Systems – Why Poor Health Data Is Undermining Lives
The Data Blind Spot in African Health Systems – Why Poor Health Data Is Undermining Lives Many African health systems struggle with a problem that […]
Why Many Africans Delay Medical Checkups Until It Is Too Late
Across many African countries, routine medical checkups remain uncommon. For many people, visiting a hospital is something done only when symptoms become severe. Unfortunately, by […]
Practical Safety Measures Every African Workplace Must Implement
Safety in African workplaces is often treated as a checklist item rather than a priority, leading to preventable injuries and even fatalities. While regulations exist, […]
When Buildings Are Used the Wrong Way, Disaster Follows: Change of Use Is a Silent Threat in Africa
Across Africa, building collapses are frequently blamed on poor materials or substandard construction. While those factors remain serious concerns, a less discussed but equally dangerous […]
APPLY NOW: Hottest HSE Jobs Across Africa, February 2026
The Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) sector is growing rapidly across Africa, creating more career opportunities for skilled professionals. Organisations in construction, manufacturing, oil and […]
Why International Safety Training Fails in Africa and the Urgent Need for a Local OHS Standard by Femi Da-silva
Across Africa, occupational health and safety (OHS) appears to be making progress. Social Media feeds are filled with photos and videos of African professionals proudly […]
When Politics Stands Between Safety by Femi Da-silva
Across Africa’s fastest-growing cities, high-rise buildings are redefining skylines from Nairobi to Accra, Johannesburg to Lagos. But alongside this growth is a dangerous pattern: safety […]
The Future of OHS in Africa: 3 Emerging Trends Every Safety Professional Must Master in 2026
The landscape of occupational health and safety in Africa is rapidly evolving. In 2026, being a safety professional is no longer limited to hard […]
Concerns Grow Over Counterfeit Branded Safety Products in Nigeria’s PPE Market
Industry stakeholders and workplace safety professionals in Nigeria are increasingly raising concerns about the circulation of counterfeit safety products bearing well known international brand names, […]