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Progress | Decisions | Solutions

About Afya Consulting

At Afya Consulting, we believe that health is the foundation of true success - whether it’s the health of an organization, its people, or the communities it serves. "Afya," meaning health in Swahili, reflects our commitment to strengthening the foundations of small businesses, nonprofits, and healthcare organizations. We provide expert consulting services that foster organizational resilience, operational efficiency, and mission-driven impact. By partnering with our clients, we help them navigate challenges, seize opportunities, and build a healthier, more sustainable future.

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Our Services

We help organizations cut through complexity and turn insight into action. We step in when organizations don’t have enough capacity, guiding leaders to cut through complexity, design realistic strategies, and keep teams moving forward. Most of our work comes down to offering clarity and breathing room where it’s most needed — translating strategy into progress, decisions, and measurable results.

We partner with small to medium organizations to:
- Design and evaluate programs that strengthen services and drive outcomes.
- Improve operations and business strategy for leaders seeking focus, efficiency, and growth.
- Provide interim leadership and fractional support in periods of transition or scaling.
- Foster collaboration and system change, particularly in allied health and non-profit sectors.effective organizations.

Featured News

Podcast Feature: From Uganda to BC — How Data & Values Are Shaping the Future of Physiotherapy

Jo-Ann recently joined physiotherapist Danielle Boyd on her podcast “The Health of Business” to share insights from working in health in Uganda and British Columbia, and how data, values, and collaboration are influencing the future of physiotherapy practice and health systems.

Listen on Spotify or Apple Podcasts or watch the full YouTube video here.

What our Clients are Saying

"When we started Yo Waste in Kampala, Uganda, we faced significant challenges—navigating government policies, securing funding, and addressing infrastructure gaps. Jo-Ann’s expertise in strategy and operational planning was exactly what we needed at that critical stage. She guided us through a structured process to identify our key operational hurdles, helping us brainstorm and prioritize actionable solutions. Her support didn’t stop there—she also helped us develop a stakeholder engagement plan that strengthened our relationships with key partners. Jo-Ann’s insights and strategic approach were invaluable in laying the foundation for our growth. We are incredibly grateful for her guidance and highly recommend her to any organization looking to overcome complex challenges and scale effectively."

- Martin Tumusiime, Co-Founder/CEO of Yo Waste (Kampala, Uganda)

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A woman with long blonde hair, smiling, wearing a sleeveless top, shown in a black-and-white photo on the left side of a presentation slide. The slide's text reads, 'the health of business,' with 'health' in bold black and 'business' in blue. Under the slide, there is a title: 'Jo-Ann Bateman: From Uganda to BC - How Data & Values Are Shaping the Future of Physiotherapy.'