Our Founder and CEO Gerald Chirinda worked with Shingai Machingaidze from Africa CDC on this piece published by Devex on what Africa did and didn’t get right in its response to the #COVID19 pandemic as well as what comes next for pandemic preparedness. devex.com/news/opinion-a…

African continental collaboration was bolstered by #COVID19. More work can go into surveillance systems, domestic finance mechanisms, national public health institutes & more, write Gerald Chirinda-Future Africa Forum & Shingai Machingaidze-Africa CDC. devex.com/news/opinion-a…

READ: 'e-Health, an idea whose time has come.' Pharmacist Takunda Mukumba shares his view on how Zimbabwe has leveraged information technology to improve its response and resilience to COVID-19: futureafricaforum.org/e-health-an-id… #PandemicResponse #PandemicPreparedness 📸: EU4Digital

How to ensure Africa is better prepared for future pandemics - we must shore up national public health systems as well as local capacity & production of vaccines and medical technologies. - Gerald Chirinda Future Africa Forum & Shingai Machingaidze Africa CDC devex.com/news/opinion-a…

⏰ It's almost time for the #IGW! Earlier today we heard from Foundation Executive Director, Nathalie Delapalme, and #NGN member Gerald Chirinda about all the exciting events and conversations taking place this weekend. 🙌🏿 What does #GlobalAfrica mean to you? 🤔

A wonderful recap of the inspirational #IGW this past weekend. Check out the discussion snippets of our continental leaders on #GlobalAfrica 👇 🌍

Welcome to our #WorldNTDDay2025 Series! 🧵 Did You Know? Approximately 18% of the Kenyan population is at risk of at least one NTD. In EP1 Fabius Mulongo reflects on Kenya's progress and challenges on the road to eliminating NTDs. Watch & share with a fellow Youth Champion.

Fabius Mulongo In EP2: Yvonne Ninyembabazi shares about Rwanda's efforts to eliminate NTDs since the launch of the #KigaliDeclaration. She also emphasizes that as we're on the last mile of the WHO #2030Roadmap for NTDs, youth are offering their expertise, time, and enthusiasm! #WorldNTDDay2025

Fabius Mulongo Yvonne Ninyembabazi Did You Know? Approximately 51% of the Zimbabwean population is at risk of at least one NTD. In EP3: John Dongo celebrates Zimbabwe's notable strides, including their newly launched 2023-2027 NTDs Masterplan to tackle major NTDs like Lymphatic Filariasis, Bilharzia, & Trachoma.

With the ongoing civil war in Sudan, vulnerable communities face even higher risks of exposure to NTDs & disrupted treatment. In EP4: FATIMA speaks about how young people can ensure that the gains achieved toward eliminating NTDs are not lost, even against great odds.

FATIMA Did You Know? Nigeria has the highest NTD burden in Africa and the second highest burden in the world. In EP5 of our #WorldNTDDay2025 Series with @GreatTabel, find out about Nigeria's wins and losses in eliminating NTDs. #UniteActEliminate #NTDFreeGeneration

FATIMA @GreatTabel Tanzania was among the first countries to endorse the #KigaliDeclaration. Despite this remarkable commitment, there's still work to be done as the country still has the fourth largest NTD burden in Africa. EP6 shares Vivian J Joseph's call-to-action to her country's leaders.

Future Africa Group has a new office location! We have moved from Spring Valley Business Park to Kyuna Road, Lower Kabete Road—a space that reflects our growth and commitment to shaping Africa’s future through innovation and impact. We can’t wait to welcome you!

Africa’s future hinges on dialogue and action. At the Future Africa Forum, we engage policymakers, entrepreneurs, and changemakers to cultivate a stronger, more inclusive continent. Join the conversation. #FutureAfricaForum #AfricaLeadership

The youth are Africa’s greatest asset! At the Future Africa Forum, we ensure that young voices shape policies and decisions that drive genuine change. The future starts now! #YouthLeadership #AfricaFuture

This #InternationalWomensMonth, we honor the resilient, innovative women shaping Africa’s future. We're also celebrating three exceptional youth ambassadors making strides in combating neglected tropical diseases. Tag an inspiring woman! #FutureAfrica #IWD2025 #WomenInLeadership

On the 3rd anniversary of the #KigaliDeclaration, the global momentum towards beating NTDs remains strong. As we celebrate the progress, YCNTDs is particularly proud to highlight 🇸🇩 Sudan's endorsement of the Declaration, which was led by our NTDs youth champion FATIMA!

Happening now 📢: The YCNTDs Youth Champions are calling on Africa’s next generation to join the fight against NTDs. You can still join to hear: 1. Why youth are still so unaware of NTDs 2. What needs to be done to change the state of NTDs globally 3. How you can get involved👇

Africa’s digital revolution isn’t a copy of anywhere else; it’s innovation born from necessity and powered by creativity. Real progress happens when tech serves people, not platforms. #IPSP #SocialProgressWeek #DigitalAfrica #InnovationForAll

Change doesn’t start in boardrooms. It starts in communities, where people live, lead, and collaborate. From women-led cooperatives to youth innovation hubs, local action drives global progress. #SocialProgressWeek #IPSP #CommunityLedDevelopment #Inclusion #AfricaEngages