Tools I actually use.
No sponsored placements. No tools I haven't personally used. Every recommendation below has been tested in operational conditions — often in Mamfe, often with unreliable power and slow internet.
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For Healthcare Workers
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KoboToolbox
KoboToolbox is the standard for humanitarian and health data collection. Free for NGOs, works offline, and exports to Excel or SPSS. I use it for every field survey — from PIRI assessments to outbreak line listings.
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Notion
My knowledge management system for running a district health office. We use it for SOP documentation, meeting notes, project tracking, and staff onboarding. The free tier covers most use cases.
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For Data and Analysis
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Tableau
The dashboard tool I use for district health indicator visualisation. Connects directly to Excel or Google Sheets. Expensive, but the output quality justifies it for presentations to funders and regional health authorities.
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DataCamp
Where I completed most of my Python and data science training. Structured tracks, real-world exercises, and a certificate programme that holds up professionally. Highly recommended for health workers moving into data roles.
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For Building and Publishing
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Substack
The platform I use for FieldHealth Africa's newsletter. Zero tech overhead, direct relationship with readers, and the best interface for long-form field notes. Worth it if you are building an audience around health expertise.
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ClickUp
Project management for health programme planning. We use it to track multi-district campaigns, vaccination rollouts, and infrastructure repair schedules. The free tier is generous.
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