As head of integrated health cares services for Merck KGaA, Winnie Pioneered the set up of Curafa – an integrated healthcare concept offering affordable, accessible and quality healthcare to bottom of the pyramid communities in Kenya
Curafa facilities have made digital health solutions, micro-insurance schemes, health awareness and technology-enhanced services available to underserved populations in Kenya, reaching over 100,000 people in 2 years.
Her passion and intimate knowledge of the local needs, combined with a strong network in Kenya and Germany, enabled her to bring together high profile partners, visionary local entrepreneurs , local associations and Government agencies to execute the vision of Curafa
After successfully completing this assignment, Winnie was appointed by yet another AFRIKA KOMMT! Partner Boehringer Ingelheim to manage pharmacovigilance in the entire sub-saharan African region.