Sanitopia CIC appoints Victoria A. Blackwood as Global Ambassador

Sanitopia CIC has appointed Victoria A. Blackwood, a health professional, executive assistant, and brand manager, as its Global Ambassador, as the social-impact organisation strengthens its efforts to advance sanitation, public health, and community development across Africa. Ms Blackwood’s appointment forms part of Sanitopia CIC’s broader strategy to deepen public awareness, advocacy and…

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