How do we eliminate barriers that exclude lived experiences in mental health research in Africa? Discover why findings from such studies should be made accessible as a basis for advocacy, and to push for legal reforms and policy changes that better protect and include those most

Research findings are only impactful when they are put into practice to drive impact. APHRC recently studied the Blantyre Prevention Strategy (BPS) in Malawi - a systems-based initiative aimed at detecting risks, boosting service demand, and improving the delivery and

#IamAPHRC staff today participated in an open conversation on research equity, publishing practices and capacity strengthening with Ṣẹ̀yẹ Abímbọ́lá a renowned global health champion. This engagement is part of the build up activities that the Center is hosting ahead of the 2025

Ahead of the 2025 Africa Health and Development Annual Research Symposium (AHDARS), Dr Seye Abimbola today gave a Public Lecture on The Politics of Global Health Research: The payer, the piper and the tune. Global health encompasses not only international domestic flows but also

The 2025 Africa Health and Development Annual Research Symposium panel discussions are designed to position Africa as a driving force in shaping a fairer, tech-driven global health future. Tomorrow, we kick off the 1st panel discussion on Reimagining Financing for Africa’s

🎉 We’re excited to kick off the 2025 Africa Health and Development Annual Research Symposium today! This convening brings together thought leaders, policymakers, researchers, and private sector actors under the theme “Decolonizing Global Health in the Age of Digital

In her opening remarks, @ckyobutungi, APHRC Executive Director welcomed participants and stakeholders to the 2025 Africa Health and Development Annual Research Symposium. 🤝 Join us and be part of conversations shaping the future of Africa’s health and development. #AHDARS2025

This year’s symposium features Dr. Ṣẹ̀yẹ Abímbọ́lá and his keynote speech focused on the topic: Beyond Colonial Structures Redesigning the Global Health Knowledge Ecosystem in Africa. 🔊 Stay tuned for more updates on this critical conversation and discover how we can shape the

At the #AHDARS2025 quoting Sarah Grimke, Ṣẹ̀yẹ Abímbọ́lá explains that the act of standing up in itself might result in the foot coming off the neck - never heard a more apt desciption of agency! #WeAreAfrica #DecolonizeHealth

Speaking at the #AHDARS2025 this morning, Bunmi Makinwa, APHRC’s Board Chair emphasized partner collaboration through a transformation journey and carrying everyone along. 🔊 Stay tuned for for more insights and updates from the convening. #AHDARS2025 #APHRCResearch

Africa’s health future won’t be funded by old systems, it will be built by new thinking. During the panel discussion on Reimagining Financing for Africa’s Health Futures, moderated by Caroline Kabiru the panelists shared the following insights: ✅ Dr Evelyn Gitau , SFA: We

The conversation around decolonizing global health is urgent. Here is a press release for the 2025 Africa Health and Development Annual Research Symposium. We spotlight how researchers, practitioners, and policy leaders are coming together to rethink knowledge, power, and

Welcome to Day 2 of the 2025 Africa Health and Development Annual Research Symposium. The energy from yesterday is still very much alive. 🤝 Join us today and engage in conversations that push for the bold, evidence-driven transformation Africa deserves. #AHDARS2025

Angela Wamola, Head of Africa, GSMA in her presentation highlighted that it is crucial to leverage technology as an enabler, particularly in the African context, because technology should transform lives and provide meaningful connections for a modern, connected life.

#AHDARS2025 Day 1 sessions ended on a high note. The conversations on the urgency of decolonizing global health sparked words like urgent, awakening, uncomfortable, power-shift, agency, and mindset-shift. Here’s a recap of day 1 watch, reflect, and share. 🔗Link:

Discussions on day 2 of the 2025 Africa Health and Development Annual Research Symposium unpacked the theme "From Coloniality to Digital Transformation: What Works?" Below is a summary from today's panel discussions. ✅ Digital Health, Connectivity and Self Reliance: The

APHRC awards outstanding researchers with bold ideas at the 2025 Africa Health and Development Annual Research Symposium. Through the Strategic Initiatives and Innovations (SII) Fund, APHRC supports staff-led Pipeline and Big Ideas, fueling innovation and driving high-impact

In his closing remarks, Joseph Gichuru APHRC’s Deputy Executive Director thanked partners, board members, panelists, staff and all participants of the 2025 Africa Health and Development Annual Research Symposium. #AHDARS2025 #APHRCResearch #PoweringAfricasHealthFuture

🔊 New policy brief! Kenya feeds 2.6M learners, but Micro and Small Enterprises & smallholder farmers are not fully included in school meal supply chains. 💡 Procurement is complex 💡 Aggregation is weak 💡 Policies lack practical integration We recommend 30%+ local

The just concluded 2025 Africa Health and Development Annual Research Symposium theme conversation on decolonization of global health in Africa keeps on building momentum. This morning, the symposium guest speaker Dr. Seye Abimbola held a master class with Master’s and PhD