- Noted Ugandan-South African scientist and researcher in HIV prevention Gita Ramjee passed away due to Coronavirus (COVID-19) infection in Umhlanga, Durban (South Africa). She was 64 years.
- Gita was awarded the 'Outstanding Female Scientist' award from the European and Developing Countries Clinical Trials Partnership.
- She was the Chief Scientific Officer (CSO) at the Aurum Institute in Johannesburg, South Africa, as well as director of the South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) Prevention Research Unit.
Published On : 04 Apr 2020
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