African Business Coalition for Health

We are excited to share the launch of the African Business Coalition for Health - ABCHealth-ASIS 2024 Report, a vital publication addressing strategic advancements in Africa’s healthcare landscape. This report presents valuable insights into how the collaboration between public and private sectors can unlock unprecedented opportunities for healthcare growth across the continent. We extend our deepest gratitude to all contributors whose shared knowledge, contributions, and Thought leadership were instrumental in bringing this report to life. Special thanks to our distinguished chairpersons during the Roundtable Session - Zouera Youssoufou, Director ABCHealth and CEO, Aliko Dangote Foundation (ADF); Hon. Oyebanji Filani Hon (Dr.); Prof. Akin Abayomi; Dr. Walter Kazadi Mulombo; Dr Francis O.; Dr. Tayo Aduloju; all Honorable Health Commissioners in attendance and many others key stakeholders of the healthcare sector who generously shared their insights, experiences, and strategic perspectives. We also recognize our esteemed speakers of the ABCHealth-ASIS Health Panel - the Keynote Speaker, Dr Abdu Mukthar, Ms. Zouera Youssouf, who delivered the Welcome Address, esteemed Panelists including Emmanuel Ikechukwu Obi Prof Obi Ikechukwu - Hon commissioner for Health Enugu State; Dr. Ola Brown, MFR; Ms. Odunayo Sanya; Dr. Funmi Adewara; Dr. Nadia Al-Banna, PhD, MBA; Obinna Ukachukwu and Dr. Mories Atoki (Hon.) (Moderator) for sharing their expertise in the session and steadfast commitment to improving healthcare outcomes across Africa. Special thanks to Mrs. OLAPEJU IBEKWE and the Sterling One Foundation team for their outstanding support in organizing the premier event - The Africa Social Impact Summit (ASIS) 2024! Together, we are moving toward a healthier, more sustainable future for Africa. To read the report, click here: https://lnkd.in/d7Bit8Fb

🦟 Malaria has long plagued Africa, becoming an enduring public health threat that impacts millions of lives and places heavy socioeconomic burdens on communities, businesses, and healthcare systems. Despite years of efforts, this disease continues to exact a high toll, especially among children under five and pregnant women. To achieve sustainable malaria elimination across the continent, it is imperative that we adapt, innovate, and rethink our strategies in response to the ever-evolving landscape. The Corporate Alliance on Malaria in Africa (CAMA) under the auspices of the African Business Coalition for Health (ABCHealth), invites you to join this impactful webinar where critical stakeholders will share insights, best practices, and innovative solutions- new frontiers in vector control strategies, ranging from technological advancements to robust partnerships—designed to combat malaria with greater precision and effectiveness. Theme: 'Reimagining Vector Control Strategies for Malaria Elimination in Africa' Date: Wednesday November 20, 2024 Time: 1:00pm WAT Mode: Virtual Venue: Zoom Platform This session offers a unique opportunity to engage with leading experts from multiple sectors who will share insights on how their work is reshaping malaria control, responding to emerging challenges, and charting the way forward. Key Areas of Focus include: 📍Genetic modification, AI-powered tools, and automated surveillance systems for malaria elimination. 📍Responding to climate-induced changes in mosquito behavior and transmission patterns. 📍Exploring next-generation insecticides and biological controls to address resistance challenges 📍Harnessing real-time data and digital tools for better intervention planning and resource allocation. 📍Building cross-sector alliances to mobilize resources, scale interventions, and align policies. We are honored to have a lineup of distinguished speakers who bring extensive experience and innovative perspectives in malaria control, among which are: • Dr. Godwin Ntadom – National Coordinator, National Malaria Elimination Programme • Andrew Saibu – Africa Regional Coordinator & Engagement Manager, Innovative Vector Control Consortium (IVCC) • Samuel Asiedu – Executive Director, AngloGold Ashanti Malaria Control Ltd • Rose Peter – Commercial Head, Vector Control, Syngenta The panel discussion will be moderated by Dr. Mories Atoki (Hon.) CEO of ABCHealth. Together, we can push the boundaries of what is possible by co-creating solutions that will strengthen our collective efforts. This webinar will inspire partnerships and spark new thinking. YES ! We can achieve Zero Malaria in Africa - Egypt already did 🤷🏽 Egypt Healthcare Authority . 🛑 Register now and be a part of this impactful conversation! https://lnkd.in/drpuRB2F RICHARD IDDRISU - For Corporate Alliance on Malaria in Africa (CAMA)

Countdown to Indaba Africa Health Conference (AHC) - ABCHealth's Digital Health Forum in Capetown - South Africa!

⏩ 50 VIP Delegates from ABCHealth ! ⏩ First Africa Health Ministers Summit! ⏩ Live @ Kigali Rwanda! African Business Coalition for Health (ABCHealth) invites high-level power delegation to the foremost International Health Ministers Summit in Africa by Informa Markets Theme: Strengthening Health Systems for a Better Tomorrow Date: 4th –7th December 2024 Location: Kigali, Rwanda Co-hosting with Informa Markets, Dr. Mories Atoki (Hon.) CEO - ABCHealth extended invitations to health ministers, health industry leaders, private sector and business community champions as key stakeholders across Africa and beyond her. Africa’s future lies in proactive investments and collaborative efforts that build health systems capable of preventing, detecting, and responding to crises while providing continuous, quality care to communities. This will serve as a platform for thought leaders, innovators, and policymakers to engage in meaningful dialogue and co-create practical solutions that will secure healthier outcomes for generations to come. This gathering will bring together policymakers, health leaders, and experts from across Africa and around the globe to address critical healthcare issues, including equitable vaccine access, digital health innovation, AI, financing opportunities, and women's health. The summit will highlight Africa’s health initiatives and the potential of public-private partnerships to unlock transformative opportunities in healthcare. Through collaborative action, participants will explore pharma and vaccine manufacturing, global research and development (R&D), digital health innovations, and AI-powered solutions to shape future healthcare delivery. This year’s theme, “Strengthening Health Systems for a Better Tomorrow,” speaks to the importance of building healthcare systems that are not only capable of addressing today’s challenges but are also equipped to meet future demands. The theme urges us to focus on resilience, innovation, and sustainability in healthcare. It reflects a shared responsibility among governments, private sector partners, and civil society to establish systems that promote equity, accessibility, and long-term health security for all. Discussions at the summit will explore how public and private partnerships can drive sustainable change, leveraging technology, innovative financing models, and policy frameworks to reimagine healthcare delivery across the continent. Emphasis will also be placed on strengthening primary healthcare, ensuring supply chain resilience, building human resource capacity, and promoting digital health solutions that can bridge existing gaps in access and quality. Join us in Kigali as we shape Africa’s healthcare future, working together to create sustainable systems that ensure better health outcomes for tomorrow. Special thanks to Tom Coleman and his incredible team for their dedication and hard work in bringing this crucial high-level event to Africa.

The ongoing 30th Nigeria Economic Summit (NES) has brought critical national issues into focus, one of which is the state of Nigeria’s pharmaceutical sector. A major session, titled “Is the Market Ready for Increased Local Manufacturing of Medicines?” examined the challenges and opportunities within the industry. As Nigeria continues with a healthcare system heavily reliant on imports, the Panel discussion highlighted the urgent need to foster local manufacturing to achieve self-reliance and safeguard public health. Buttressing the current state of the Nigerian pharmaceutical market - an import-dependent, with approximately 70% of its medicines sourced from abroad, leaving the country vulnerable to global disruptions, the Panel session moderated by Dr. Mariya Saleh - Thematic Group leader - Public Health NESG HPC, discussed multiple levels of synergy as essential to unlocking funding opportunities, improving supply chain management, and ensuring regulatory efficiency. With Nigeria well-positioned to leverage regional trade opportunities under the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA), there is a growing urgency for action. Despite recent policy interventions, including the executive order signed by President Tinubu in June 2024, aimed to promote local production were touched on, significant barriers persist. Dr. Abdu Mukhtar - National Coordinator for unlocking health value chain initiative graciously complimented the session with a one on one conducted by Dr. Ayodele Cole Benson NESG HPC Thematic Group leader for Health as a Business and shared great insights about the current work of PVAC, highlights the enhancement of local manufacturing capacity as a major pillar in its areas of significant focus. At the session, Dr. Mories Atoki (Hon.) the CEO of the African Business Coalition for Health (ABCHealth) delivered the closing remarks, earmarking the importance of public-private collaboration to address these challenges, focusing on the need to align government policies with private sector investments. The session also highlighted the urgency of capacity-building programs to enhance technical expertise, ensuring that locally manufactured medicines meet international standards. Optimizing the domestic market to support local producers was another key focus. Improved market conditions will reduce Nigeria’s dependence on imports, create jobs, stimulate economic growth, and enhance healthcare access for millions. With the right policy frameworks, Nigeria could position itself as a pharmaceutical hub, driving exports across the continent through AfCFTA. In all, the combined discussions provided a deeper understanding of the complexities involved in strengthening Nigeria’s pharmaceutical industry and underscored the need for collaborative frameworks where government, the private sector, and international partners work together to build a sustainable pharmaceutical ecosystem.

The official inauguration of the Core Working Group for Nigeria's 2025 Voluntary National Review (CWG-VNR) took place on the sidelines of the National Stakeholders Consultation for the 2024 SDGs Progress Report on Tuesday, October 8, 2024. This event set the foundation for the collaborative effort needed to steer Nigeria’s VNR towards successful outcomes. Recently entrusted to represent the Organized Private Sector within the Multi-Stakeholder Core Working Group, the CEO of ABCHealth Dr. Mories Atoki (Hon.) . has received this call to duty with a profound sense of responsibility and commitment to stakeholders shared objectives. In her goodwill message on behalf of our distinguished Private Sector Advisory Group (PSAG) Chairman, she reflects on her awareness of the significance of the moment and states as follows: Nigeria's path to achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN-SDGs) is a collective journey, demanding unwavering dedication from all sectors. In her address, she emphasized the private sector's firm commitment to Nigeria's sustainable development agenda, recognizing the crucial role of the business community in driving innovation, creating meaningful employment, and fostering inclusive economic growth. She also highlighted the importance of public-private partnerships in fast-tracking the progress toward the 2030 Agenda - "The private sector is ready to collaborate with government bodies, civil society, and international partners, transforming challenges into opportunities and harnessing its collective strengths to advance the SDGs". The upcoming 2025 Voluntary National Review (VNR) was another crucial point in the address - "This review is not just a report; it serves as a reflection of our nation's progress, highlighting both achievements and areas where further effort is needed".

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Happy Independence Day, Nigeria! As we celebrate the strength and resilience of our great nation, we honor the sacrifices of our heroes and the diversity that defines us. Today, let us recommit to unity, peace, and progress, working together to build a Nigeria where opportunities, justice, and prosperity are accessible to all. May our journey forward be guided by God and a shared vision of a brighter future. 🇳🇬 Happy Independence Day! 🇳🇬 From all of us at African Business Coalition for Health

Meet our SPEAKERS!!! Join our carefully selected line of speakers at the African Business Coalition for Health - ABCHealth Digital Health Forum holding on the margins of the Africa Health Conference (AHC) 2024 by Informa Markets in Cape Town, South Africa. Date: Wednesday, 23rd October 2024 Time: 3:30 pm (UTC+2) Venue: Cape Town Convention Centre As healthcare rapidly evolves, the fusion of artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technologies offers transformative potential for healthcare delivery across Africa. Our objective is to re-imagine a sustainable AI and digital health ecosystem that not only tackles current challenges but also sets the stage for future innovations in healthcare. Our distinguished Panel includes: • Dr. Katlego Mothudi MD, Board of Healthcare Funders (BHF) has over 26 years of experience in healthcare management and who is an expert in strategic leadership and health policy. • Dimeji Sofowora , Co-Founder, Helium Health is a legal and business strategist, Dimeji co-founded Helium Health, a leading health-tech company. • Stanislav Sazhin , Founder, DoctoratWork.com is a pioneer in Russia’s digital healthcare ecosystem, and has driven significant advancements in telemedicine and digital health innovation. • Dr. Babajide Oyeduntan Oyeduntan, Vice President, Business Development and Sales, Interswitch ECLAT Health Solutions Inc has a background in business development and analytics, focused on developing long-term business relationships that create competitive advantage. • Chibby Dangana, Founder/CEO, Data Factory Global has over 15 years of leadership experience in the nonprofit and public sectors, Chibby is a champion of data-driven decision-making. • Adam Thompson , CEO, EHA Clinics, Impact Investor, is also an innovator and transformation specialist with over 20 years of experience, bringing expertise in reimagining sustainable financing for public health delivery systems and strategically deploying new medical technologies. The session will be moderated by Dr. Mories Atoki (Hon.) - CEO of African Business Coalition for Health (ABCHealth ), a seasoned expert and a strong advocate for driving early adoption and integration of digital health solutions and AI to re-shape healthcare in Africa. The focus on "Building a Sustainable AI and Digital Health Ecosystem in Africa" highlights the importance of investing in both soft and hard infrastructure - high-speed internet, modern hardware, and digital tools for healthcare facilities. The session seeks to explore how AI and digital technologies can tackle critical health challenges, from improving maternal and child health to managing chronic diseases and strengthening health systems. Let’s work together to create a sustainable, tech-driven health ecosystem for millions across the African continent. 👉🏽 Register now at www.informamarkets.com and be part of this transformative event.

Today, we celebrate an inspiring leader, Mr. Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, CFR! We wish you continued success on this day as you add another year and as you lead with vision and impact as Chairman of ABCHealth... one of the many great hats you wear. Here's to many more years of excellence!