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Samantha Malunga is a dedicated professional with extensive experience in public health, program management, and social research. Currently serving as Program Officer and previously as Associate Program Officer at The ELMA Philanthropies since February 2019, Samantha plays a key role in developing program strategies and managing strategic partnerships. Concurrently, Samantha holds the position of Honorary Research Associate at the University of Cape Town's AIDS and Society Research Unit, focusing on HIV/AIDS research and publishing. Samantha's background includes being a Fellow with The Coaching Fellowship, a Public Health Research Consultant, and the REACH Program Coordinator, emphasizing innovative health approaches for adolescents living with HIV. Additionally, Samantha has experience as a Gender Studies Tutor at the University of Cape Town and possesses a robust academic foundation with degrees in Public Health, Social Science, and Gender Studies from the same institution.