Pascal Rugajo

Professor Pascal Rugajo is the Dean of the Aga Khan University Medical College in Tanzania, where he plays a pivotal role in addressing the critical shortage of paediatric specialists in the country. He has been vocal about the urgent need for trained professionals to manage childhood illnesses, emphasizing that improved child health outcomes are essential for sustaining the progress made in reducing maternal mortality. Under his leadership, the AKU has celebrated the graduation of its first cohort of locally trained paediatric specialists, marking a significant milestone in Tanzania's fight against child mortality.