Dr. Wame Dikobe explains that her regional health advocacy organisation was established with the vision of combining public health expertise with innovative strategies to tackle the challenges faced by NGOs providing health services to communities in Southern Africa.
Circle Point Consultancy offers strategic guidance and technical expertise in various public health areas, including programme management, business development, and technical assistance.
The inspiration for this initiative came from her experiences as the Country Director for FHI360 Botswana, where she recognised the need for a more holistic approach to public health.
In an interview, Dikobe outlined her career goals, emphasising her commitment to leading initiatives that enhance health outcomes and address disparities in access to care, especially for marginalised populations. She aims to expand the impact of Circle Point Consultancy across more countries in the SADC region to influence policy changes on a broader, international scale. Additionally, Dikobe is dedicated to mentoring the next generation of public health leaders, focusing on building their capacity to drive sustainable change in their communities.
The consultancy is dedicated to advancing health outcomes through strategic partnerships, policy advocacy, and capacity building, with a particular focus on marginalised groups, including key and priority populations. During the interview, Dikobe explained that “Circle Point Consultancy” embodies their approach to consulting.
She has always wanted to improve the health sector and advocate for equitable access to care, hence her decision to work in the sector. She delights in working with and for the underserved, marginalised and vulnerable communities and leveraging her clinical and public health expertise to develop programs that address their specific needs.
She further explained how her career has consistently focused on programs tailored for marginalised groups, from ensuring children have access to TB medicines to working with key populations. Her next venture, she stated, is aimed at improving health services for the elderly.
To keep herself informed about the latest advances in her field, Dikobe reads extensively, including medical journals as well as attends conferences, and webinars as well as participates in professional networks.
She envisions a future where healthcare becomes increasingly patient-centered, empowering individuals to make decisions about their own health. Dikobe notes that the Ministry of Health is currently revitalising primary health care, which will place a stronger emphasis on preventive care and holistic wellness. She adds that this approach will lead to a greater integration of social determinants into healthcare.
