Marianna Balampama is the Deputy Regional Director, Africa for Pact. She is a public health specialist with over 20 years of experience in development work in the areas of HIV/AIDS, non-communicable diseases and systems strengthening. She has worked for international and local NGOs, a diplomatic mission and research organizations. Marianna is a certified board director and holds a diploma in clinical medicine, a bachelor's degree in sociology, a postgraduate diploma in healthcare management and a master's degree in international health.