The Africa Digital Health Networks - ADHN

📢Join Us for the Africa Digital Health Networks (ADHN) Plenary Session at AHTS 2024! We’re excited to invite you to the ADHN Plenary Session, a key gathering at this year’s Africa HealthTech Summit - AHTS , where we’ll share pivotal updates on ADHN’s progress, accomplishments, and strategic plans for the future of digital health across Africa. 🔹 When: 31st October 2024 : 9am CAT 🔹 Where: Main Stage , KCC , Kigali , Rwanda. We’ll hear directly from our docket leaders on achievements, challenges, and ways forward, with opportunities for attendees to engage, offer feedback, and contribute to shaping the digital health landscape in Africa. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of the conversation driving digital health transformation across the continent! We look forward to seeing you there. #ADHN #AHTS2024 #DigitalHealth #AfricaHealthTech #Innovation #Healthcare Jean Philbert NSENGIMANA (Phil) Wilfred Njagi Funmilola Aderemi BRIAN O'CONNOR Fatou Fall Dr Amit N. Thakker Dr Francis O. Ibrahima Khaliloulah DIA

Organized by Africa CDC and GIZ African Union Day1️⃣ of the African Youth in Digital Health Network (#YiDHN) consultation workshop kicked off with an invigorating start. With the objective of co-designing the Africa Youth in Digital Health Network (YiDHN) with young digital health professionals and relevant stakeholders the consultation brought together 30+ young #DigitalHealthProfessionals, highlights of the day included; ✨A deep dive into the Africa CDC Digital Transformation Strategy (DTS) presented by Africa CDC Senior Technical Officer for Strategic Programs Dr Chrys Promesse KANIKI, who highlighted the seven strategic objectives focused on actions to strengthen; 🔹Digital Governance & Strategic Documents 🔹Digital platforms & Solutions 🔹Digital Workforce Capacity & Competencies 🔹Open Global Goods & Interoperability 🔹Hardware Infrastructure 🔹Market Shaping for Digital Health Innovation 🔹Digitalized business processes ✨Creation of the African Youth in Digital Health Networks - ADHN. ✨Breakout sessions facilitated by our team members Lydia Jummai Gara and Enow A. G Stevens, MD, MPH to map out both the challenges and opportunities faced by young #DigitalHealthProfessionals. ✨Discussions to draw out #Policy recommendations for #YouthInclusion in #DigitalTransformations of health in Africa followed by a needs assessment exercise on youth skills development and capacity strengthening needs. Day 1 truly was invigorating, looking forward to day 2 tomorrow where DTH-Lab will be hosting our #DigitalFirstHealthSystems workshop. Stay tuned for more updates. Young Experts: Tech for Health Digital Health Africa The Africa Digital Health Networks - ADHN #AYiDHN #DigitalHealth #YouthInHealth #MyHealthFutures #YouthNetwork #AHTS24 #ATHS2024

📢Day 1 of the Africa CDC x GIZ African Union Youth in Digital Health Network #YiDHN Co - creation Workshop The first day of the Youth in Digital Health Network (YiDHN) Co-Creation Workshop set the stage for building a robust and collaborative youth network dedicated to advancing digital health across Africa. The workshop opened with an opening remark by Ibraheem 'Bukunle Sanusi and Dr Chrys Promesse KANIKI who also presented the Africa CDC Digital Transformation Strategy which was followed by an interactive session focused on identifying challenges and opportunities faced by young people in digital health and a mapping exercise of current digital health networks and initiatives across Africa led by our Director of Operations , Olutola Vivian Awosiku . This activity helped participants understand the landscape and identify possible synergies. The policy session facilitated by Young Experts: Tech for Health provided a platform to discuss what are the main policy issues or barriers to achieve an effective digital health system in Africa, and Policy Recommendations to address these issues. The day concluded with a Needs Assesment exercise aimed at identifying the essential skills that youth need to succeed in digital health. Day 1 of the YiDHN Co-Creation Workshop was a strong start, laying the groundwork for the network’s mission and focus. You can connect with our delegates Taofeekat Adigun , Tolulope Israel ONI and Moono Kawayo who are attending the workshop and AHTS 2024. Digital Transformations for Health Lab The Africa Digital Health Networks - ADHN Young Experts: Tech for Health #YiDHN #youthsIndigitalhealth #youthleaders

Organized by Africa CDC and GIZ African Union Day1️⃣ of the African Youth in Digital Health Network (#YiDHN) consultation workshop kicked off with an invigorating start. With the objective of co-designing the Africa Youth in Digital Health Network (YiDHN) with young digital health professionals and relevant stakeholders the consultation brought together 30+ young #DigitalHealthProfessionals, highlights of the day included; ✨A deep dive into the Africa CDC Digital Transformation Strategy (DTS) presented by Africa CDC Senior Technical Officer for Strategic Programs Dr Chrys Promesse KANIKI, who highlighted the seven strategic objectives focused on actions to strengthen; 🔹Digital Governance & Strategic Documents 🔹Digital platforms & Solutions 🔹Digital Workforce Capacity & Competencies 🔹Open Global Goods & Interoperability 🔹Hardware Infrastructure 🔹Market Shaping for Digital Health Innovation 🔹Digitalized business processes ✨Creation of the African Youth in Digital Health Networks - ADHN. ✨Breakout sessions facilitated by our team members Lydia Jummai Gara and Enow A. G Stevens, MD, MPH to map out both the challenges and opportunities faced by young #DigitalHealthProfessionals. ✨Discussions to draw out #Policy recommendations for #YouthInclusion in #DigitalTransformations of health in Africa followed by a needs assessment exercise on youth skills development and capacity strengthening needs. Day 1 truly was invigorating, looking forward to day 2 tomorrow where DTH-Lab will be hosting our #DigitalFirstHealthSystems workshop. Stay tuned for more updates. Young Experts: Tech for Health Digital Health Africa The Africa Digital Health Networks - ADHN #AYiDHN #DigitalHealth #YouthInHealth #MyHealthFutures #YouthNetwork #AHTS24 #ATHS2024

Day1️⃣ of the Youth in Digital Health Network (#YiDHN) Consultation Workshop! An invigorating start to the Youth in Digital Health Network (#YiDHN) Consultation Workshop! Bringing together young digital health professionals, Day 1 included a deep dive into the Africa CDC Digital Transformation Strategy (DTS) and the The Africa Digital Health Networks - ADHN, as well as the mapping out both challenges and opportunities in the digital health space for young professionals. Looking forward to another productive day of co-creation as we approach Africa HealthTech Summit - AHTS. Stay tuned for more updates. #AYiDHN #ConnectedForImpact #DigitalHealth #YouthInHealth #Youth #YouthNetwork #AHTS24 #ATHS2024 #Africa

🎉The AU Member States Digital Health Leaders Forum wraps up with resounding success! It created a platform for representatives from 31 AU member states to connect, collaborate, and drive forward shared solutions for digital health implementation across the continent. Key outcomes include: 🔹 A deeper understanding on Africa CDC's Digital Transformation Strategy (#DTS) and its vital role in advancing national health systems. 🔹The needs of member states were identified for targeted support from Africa CDC and partners. 🔹 Member states' commitment to continued experience sharing and collaboration for digital health implementation in their respective countries. 🔹 An acknowledgement of the need for the establishment of member states continental coordination mechanism (CCM) Stay tuned for more engagements at the upcoming Africa HealthTech Summit - AHTS! The Africa Digital Health Networks - ADHN #AHTS2024 #DigitalHealth #HealthInnovation #AfricaCDC #InnovationForHealth #FutureOfHealth #Africa

📢Exciting News: ADHN at Africa HealthTech Summit 2024! We are thrilled to announce the Africa Digital Health Networks (ADHN) will be participating in the upcoming Africa HealthTech Summit - AHTS This event will bring together digital health leaders, innovators, and policymakers from across the continent to shape the future of healthcare. 💡 Don’t miss ADHN Highlights at AHTS: 💫Plenary Session: Join us as we provide updates on the ADHN’s progress, including key insights from our digital health communities and strategic dockets and future plans. 💫Private Sector Forum: Explore opportunities for collaboration and innovation as we engage with the private sector to drive impactful digital health solutions across Africa. 💫Africa Youths in Digital Health Network Launch: We are excited to officially launch the Youth in Digital Health Network, empowering the next generation of leaders to take an active role in Africa’s digital health transformation. Register to attend the summit today :https://lnkd.in/dMFXYRkW 29th - 31st October, Kigali Convention Center Together, we’re shaping a digitally empowered healthcare ecosystem across Africa. ECHAlliance - The Global Health Connector GIZ African Union Africa Health Business Abbott McKinsey & Company

🌍🚀 Excited for the Africa HealthTech Summit - AHTS 2024 🚀🌍 Last year’s summit was an incredible experience, and I am beyond excited to attend again this year in #Rwanda under the theme “Innovating for Community Health: Unleashing the Power of AI.” As we explore the transformative potential of technologies like AI, blockchain, and robotics to tackle Africa’s most pressing health challenges, I'm eager to dive into discussions on building resilient digital health infrastructure and empowering youth to shape the future of health in Africa. As the Youth and Women Ambassador on the Board of the The Africa Digital Health Networks - ADHN, I'm thrilled about the opportunities to contribute to and learn from the amazing lineup of sessions, especially around Youth Shaping the Future of Health with Emerging Tech. #ADHN remains at the forefront of Africa’s digital health transformation, bringing together diverse stakeholders to foster innovation, build capacity, and drive partnerships for sustainable health outcomes. Also, I’m looking forward to the Youth in Digital Health Ministerial Breakfast hosted by the Africa CDC and GIZ African Union . Last year’s Ministerial Breakfast was such a meaningful event, full of rich dialogue and valuable networking opportunities. It’s truly an honor to be part of this platform again, and I’m particularly excited to continue the conversation this year. Looking forward to engaging with everyone and discussing how we can harness innovation to transform healthcare across Africa! Who else is attending? 👏🏽✨ #AfricaHealthTechSummit2024 #DigitalHealth #YouthInHealth #InnovationForHealth #ADHN #Pharmarun

#AHTS24 Confirmed & On Schedule! Our commitment to bringing together the brightest minds in health technology, innovation, and policymaking remains unwavering. Join us for three transformative days of innovation, collaboration, and insights! Register now! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dH45_q94 #UnlockingThePowerOfAI

Meet our Youth Personality Peek of the Week, Olutola Vivian Awosiku, the dynamic Founder and Director of Operations at Digital Health Africa, leading the charge in digital health innovations across Africa. From empowering young professionals through capacity-building programs to amplifying key trends in digital health through media and publications, Olutola is transforming healthcare one step at a time! Her initiatives engage over 300 students across 19 African universities, and she’s about to launch the Climate Health Innovation Bootcamp to inspire the next generation of climate health leaders! Learn more about olutola’s impactful work and her journey in revolutionising digital health!👇 https://bit.ly/yppdsw4 #GlobalHealth #PublicHealth #PatientSafety