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What can be done by African governments to create a more conducive environment for diagnostics in Africa? Listen in as Dr Allan Pamba, outlines a two-point agenda for governments to foster a conducive environment for diagnostics across the continent. Follow this link for the full conversation on diagnostics during the 2nd Africa Women's Health Symposium: https://lnkd.in/dW7sW-tK #AWHS, Roche, IQVIA, GE HealthCare, Ministry Of Health, Ghana, Clare Omatseye, Dr. Pamela Ajayi, Lynda Decker Dr, George Uduku, Naim Hage, PhD, Naana Akyaa Asante, Dr Maureen Martey

🧪 Here’s a fact for #ClinicalTrialsDay: Only 3% of the world’s clinical trials are conducted on the African continent. Yet, it bears 25% of the global disease burden (The Lancet, 2022). This major discrepancy is the reason clinical research is at the heart of ALIMA’s mission to improve the quality of medical care in sub-Saharan Africa. Since 2009, we’ve conducted 47 research projects in partnership with local health authorities, community leaders, and international research teams across the continent. While we’ve already seen positive advances, we know there is still plenty of work to be done. #CTD2024 #ALIMAngo #Research #Humanitarian

🌍 Reflecting on the Impactful Day 1 of the 1st International Conference on Pen Plus in Africa 🔍 Theme: Prioritizing Person-Centered Approaches to Chronic and Severe #NCDs 🤝 Uniting Stakeholders for Collective Impact The resonating wisdom of a popular Ghanaian proverb, "One hand is never enough to lift a heavy load," underscored the collective responsibility shared by diverse stakeholders. From African governments and Ministries of Health across Sub-Saharan Africa to esteemed partners, including donors, NGOs, and individuals living with NCDs, the symphony of voices underscored the necessity for unified action. 💡 Breaking Silos: Strengthening Health Systems Together A recurring refrain throughout the day was the imperative to transcend siloed approaches, fostering robust collaboration to fortify health systems. The collective resolve to bridge gaps and enhance NCD management underscored a shared commitment to improving the lives of individuals affected by NCDs. Together, we pave the path towards a healthier, more equitable future for all. Stay tuned for more updates from Day 2 of the International Conference on Pen Plus in Africa! #NCDconnect #GlobalHealth #AccessToMedicines #Procurementinnovation

The Summit of the Future 2024, held on September 22-23 in New York, highlighted critical global issues, including public health. A key outcome was the emphasis on health and well-being as essential for sustainable development and global resilience. To foster engagement among diverse stakeholders, the UN Secretary-General convened the Summit of the Future Action Days on September 20 and 21 at UN Headquarters. In this context, a side event organized by the Vienna NGO Committee on Drugs, the African Civil Society Forum on Drugs, the American Coalition on Drug Policy, the New York NGO Committee on Drugs, the UNODC Civil Society Unit, and the governments of Kenya, Nigeria, Slovenia, and Uganda focused on best practices for collaboration in addressing drug-related issues. This event aimed to align efforts with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), especially SDG 3, which seeks to ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all. The summit’s main document, the Pact for the Future, outlines health commitments targeted at vulnerable groups, including women, children, and adolescents, promoting universal health coverage. These priorities align with the broader 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, aimed at enhancing international cooperation on public health. Together, we can build a healthier and more equitable future for everyone! #IFGC #GreenCrescent #UnitedNations #UNGA2024 #SummitoftheFuture2024

A few weeks ago, the Quadripartite Working Group on Youth Engagement for Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) released their Youth Manifesto in preparation for the upcoming UN General Assembly High-Level Meeting on AMR this fall. This marks a significant step forward in amplifying the voices of young people, who are set to be most affected by the increasing burden of AMR, within the global conversation. The manifesto addresses a broad range of topics, emphasizing the enhancement of education and capacity-building efforts, and the establishment of the infrastructure and support systems necessary for youth to make their voices heard. At ARMoR, we were particularly excited about the inclusion of the following recommendations: 🏛 "Ensure meaningful youth engagement in policy, advocacy, and program implementation to integrate the priorities stated below into local and national action plans." 🔬 “Create a research and development ecosystem that attracts and retains emerging and existing talent in the discovery and development of antimicrobials, reversing the 'brain drain' in some countries where researchers leave work on antibiotics.” Overall, we are thrilled to see increased youth engagement on this critical issue. Young people have the potential to significantly influence the global AMR agenda, ensuring a more inclusive and effective approach to tackling this pressing challenge! #AMR #Youth #Quadripartite

As African leaders are gathering at 37th #AUSummit, we commend Member States on the progress made in the establishment of the #AfricanMedicinesAgency since the Treaty was adopted at the #AU Assembly in 2019. To date, 27 countries have ratified the treaty. We now call for the 28 remaining AU Member States to ratify the Treaty to facilitate the implementation of the continental regulatory system benefiting patients, regulators, and healthcare systems in Africa. We also urge the AfricanUnion to establish a framework of engagement with non-state actors and to draw upon all available expertise from academia, research bodies, private sector and community and patient groups to provide technical guidance on specific areas See our statement : https://lnkd.in/dWPFvQ3S AMREF International Alliance of Patients' Organizations (IAPO) IFPMA IPSF African Regional Office (IPSF AfRO) NCD Alliance Kenya PATH Speak Up Africa University of the Witwatersrand AfricanUnion World Health Organization AUDA NEPAD Chimwemwe Chamdimba Dorothy Njagi

🌟 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

Afya Plus “Stakeholders Engagement Model” has been instrumental in fostering local ownership, sustained commitment, and meaningful engagement across all stages of our projects implementation, encompassing participatory planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation. At Afya Plus, we leverage this “robust model” to effectively share strategic information with our stakeholders and collaboratively design and scale-up locally identified solutions in a cost-effective manner. By fostering local ownership and harnessing locally available strategies and opportunities, we believe in adopting “game changer and big push” locally-led approaches to drive significant positive changes to the communities we serve. These efforts should aim at promoting inclusivity, efficiency, and sustainability of our interventions, ultimately fostering long-term prosperity, and empowering these communities on their journey towards self-reliance. To access the full documentation on our website, simply click the link in our bio to dive into the details. #LetCommunitiesLead USAID Pepfar Scholars Organization Amref Health Africa Tanzania Management and Development for Health (MDH) Ntuli Kapologwe Christian Social Services Commission CSSC PharmAccess Tanzania Tanzania Health Promotion Support (THPS) IntraHealth International tamisemi Africa Academy for Public Health (AAPH)

Ongoing conversations on #GlobalHealth in Africa, including during the last Regional Committee of the WHO Regional Office for Africa, lead us to believe that expectations from Member States and Global Health stakeholders in Africa were about how to “#walkthetalk” in African public health issues. I will not take a risk in providing an answer, but I can say that improving evidence-based prioritization, setting steps based on the context and resource availability and convening relevant partners for a collaborative and synergistic approach can help to turn public health programs in countries into useful outputs and furthermore, into sustainable and outstanding outcomes. A problem-solving approach while setting medium- and longer-term priorities with an ambitious vision, without fearing to use and test innovations and new technologies, are part of real step change in global health in Africa.

In my few years of involvement in development research, the rapid pace of our work often prevented me from fully appreciating the profound impact our efforts have on societal betterment. Recently, however, I've taken moments to reflect on the significance of our work in uncovering societal anomalies and catalyzing positive changes. Contributing to a wide array of thematic areas including financial inclusion, food safety, agriculture, corporate reputation, societal norms, and public health has been deeply fulfilling. However, while reviewing reports, I was struck by the sobering reality that Nigeria continues to grapple with alarmingly high maternal and infant mortality rates, as well as preventable deaths among children under five due to illnesses like diarrhea. Despite the strides made in the health sector through collaborative efforts between research and development organizations, there remains much ground to cover. As we observe International Women's Day, I am hopeful that our collective efforts will pave the way for a future where research-driven interventions create a safer birthing journey for women in our country. It's imperative that we continue striving for progress, ensuring a healthier and more equitable society in the years to come.