Africa HealthTech Summit - AHTS’ Post

In the thought-provoking session at #AHTS23, experts shed light on the pivotal role of the Africa Digital Health Network (#ADHN). With a shared vision of not only enhancing life expectancy but also driving economic vibrancy and fostering inclusivity, this session highlighted the need for robust engagement between the public and private sectors. It underscored the importance of clear value propositions that showcase the benefits for all stakeholders involved, and the significance of effective leadership to drive the initiatives forward. These discussions present a promising future, as the ADHN and similar initiatives work collaboratively to transform healthcare systems across Africa, ensuring equitable access to high-quality care. The journey towards a healthier, more inclusive, and digitally empowered Africa has begun. African Union Africa CDC Smart Africa Mastercard Foundation The Commons Project Foundation UNICEF Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH MWC Kigali Rwanda Events Group Ltd #MWC23 #Digitalhealth

🌟 Insights from State Minister of Health 🌟 Dr Yvan Butera State Minister of Health, delivered a powerful message on the need for targeted and impactful interventions. Reflecting on the challenges faced in the past, he noted, "We’ve implemented numerous interventions over the years, but it’s often been difficult to discern which were truly effective. While some made a difference, valuable time and resources were spent. Moving forward, we need to understand the specific challenges in different regions and focus on low-cost interventions that deliver real impact." Dr. Butera emphasized the importance of collaboration, stating, "We will work together with Africa Quantitative Sciences together with other institutions to tackle these issues head-on." His commitment to strategic, data-driven solutions highlights the essential role of partnerships in advancing healthcare in Rwanda.   #NextGenResearcher #EventLaunch #AQS #HealthcareInnovation #ResearchExcellence #RwandaHealth

🌍 H.E. Amb Minata Samaté Cessouma, AfricanUnion Commissioner for Health, Humanitarian Affairs, and Social Activist, emphasizes #Africa's commitment to advancing health and well-being through #Agenda2063. Health is a human right and a key driver of sustainable development. With the #AU Health Strategy adopted in 2016, the continent aims to ensure long and healthy lives, aligning with Agenda 2063 and SDGs 2030. The strategy focuses on strengthening health systems, disease prevention, primary healthcare, research, and resource mobilization. Universal health coverage and resilience are at its core, fostering inclusive progress across Africa. Partnership, like with King's College London, is crucial for success, supporting projects and building capacity for a healthier Africa. Watch the livestream now: http://shorturl.at/cjnDF #AMCEForum

I am learning so much at the WOCIP Inaugural Global Summit in Nairobi, Kenya! The conference sheds light on how clinical trials are conducted in Kenya and the state of women's health in Africa. A wealth of information and a much-needed perspective on improving global health. #WOCIPGlobalSummit #GlobalHealth #FemaleHealth #ClinicalTrials #Africa #wocipthefutureisfemale

To achieve #UHC in Africa, communities and young people must be empowered to make informed decisions, develop local innovations, and participate in decision-making processes affecting their health. Read Doc Shakira Choonara 's - jury member of the #YoungInnovators4Health Award - piece here: https://shorturl.at/hoz38

The Africa Economic Forum (AEF) is proud to present an exclusive event focusing on "The Resilient Health System That Africa Deserves." This event brings together key stakeholders, including government officials, healthcare professionals, policymakers, entrepreneurs, investors, and civil society representatives, to address the critical issues surrounding healthcare infrastructure, access, and innovation across the African continent. The event will feature insightful discussions, thought-provoking presentations, and engaging panel sessions, where participants will explore strategies for building resilient health systems that can withstand shocks, adapt to evolving needs, and deliver equitable, affordable, and high-quality care to all Africans. Topics of discussion will include healthcare infrastructure development, digital health solutions, healthcare financing models, public-private partnerships, community engagement, and capacity-building initiatives. #africaeconomicforum #africa #event

New funding opportunities in EDCTP3 for researchers working to prevent, detect and treat infectious diseases in Sub-Saharan Africa!

At the 3rd İnternational Conference of Public Health in Lusaka,Zambia The New Public Health Order for Africa is a roadmap to sustainable health outcomes and health security. It is defined by five pillars (5C’s) ⚜️Community:- Increase number of paid and integrated community health workers to 2 million by 2030 ⚜️Climate :- Our one health approach take a holistic view of animal, human and environmental health. ⚜️ Connectivity:- only 28% of health facilities have electricity and internet. Increase use of realtime day for decision making processes. ⚜️Capacity :- local manufacturing of medical products like drugs,vaccine etc. Strong Institutions. Skilled workforce. And appropriate financial resources. ⚜️Collaboration:- To put countries in the driver seat. Foster trust and solutions. Respectful partnership. And the African CDC is committed to ⚜️ensuring gender and geographic balance. ⚜️positioning Africa for pandemic preparedness ⚜️Developing Africa’s leadership global public health ⚜️Celebrating Africa’s Health Champion Together we can build the Africa we want 🥰🥰 #cphia2023 #africahealth #africanunion

Collaboration is important for Impact Impact in Africa While international partners and donors play a vital Role in supporting health interventions across the African Continent, Africa's health priorities, policies ans research must be locally led. African governments should also explore innovative financing mechanisms that drive up domestic financing for health to diversify funding sources for Health. All stakeholders must work to dismantle the systemic biases within global health. Collaboration across sectors and geographies is also indispensable in the pursuit of global health equity. International organizations, governments, academia, civil society, and the private sector all have a role to play in sharing best practices ans directing resources where the need is greatest. South -South Cooperation, in particular, can facilitate knowledge-sharing and foster greater collaboration among countries facing similar resource constraints and health challenges. The year 2030 is just around the corner and questions still remain about our ability to teach the SDGs which, while not legally binding, require African governments, researchers and scientists to take responsibility. African led and supported research initiatives, conferences and platforms are crucial for understanding health disparities and designing effective interventions. By harnessing the collective will of all stakeholders, we can dismantle the barriers that have hindered Africa's health progress and usher in a healthier, more equitable Africa. Pan African Health Systems Network African Union Africa Public Health Foundation Africa Health Business Africa Research Excellence Fund (AREF) Africa CDC

#TeamEurope has launched a new initiative on digital health to support African partners to strengthen healthcare systems and bring the continent a step closer to universal health coverage. As learned during the COVID-19 crisis, the #digitaltransformation can improve healthcare access for vulnerable communities and create more resilient health systems. The initiative will thus increase African partners’ capacity to leverage digital tools to improve health information systems and epidemic surveillance networks, enable health service delivery, and support health financing and health systems governance, among other key actions. This initiative is part of a broader support package mobilised by the European Union and its Member States to strengthen health systems and social protection in Africa. Together with our African partners, we are working to improve pandemic preparedness, health security and equitable access to quality health services. Learn more: https://buff.ly/3Vm6WuG #GlobalGateway #OneHealth #EU2024BE Enabel - Bundesministerium für wirtschaftliche Zusammenarbeit und Entwicklung (BMZ) - Belgian Presidency of the Council of the European Union 2024 - Africa CDC - AGENCIA ESPAÑOLA DE COOPERACION INTERNACIONAL PARA EL DESARROLLO - AECID - Expertise France - Sida - Ministério da Saúde de Portugal