Dennis Grandpa Jarpah is a healthcare entrepreneur and social leader working to expand access to quality, affordable healthcare in rural communities across Liberia. He is the co-founder of Den-Vera Medical Laboratory and Clinics, which operates two branches in rural counties and has served more than 15,000 residents, most of them women and children.

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He brings over five years of experience in hospital administration and more than a decade of leadership across healthcare, education, and community initiatives. Alongside his work with Den-Vera, Dennis serves as the chief executive officer of Jarpah’s Foundation, a humanitarian organization focused on improving health and education outcomes in underserved communities.

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Dennis is actively engaged in water, sanitation, and hygiene efforts, including establishing WASH clubs in schools and distributing hygiene supplies in rural areas. He holds a bachelor’s degree in agronomy and is currently pursuing an MBA in management. Dennis is a 2022 Mandela Washington Fellow and a recipient of the 2025 Lonestar Cell MTN MoMo Heroes of Change Award. His work is guided by a long-term commitment to expanding healthcare services across rural Liberia and West Africa.