Africa Health Agenda International Conference (AHAIC) - AHAIC 2025

Connected for Change: Addressing Socio-Ecological Dynamics of Health.

2 - 5 March, 2025

Kigali Convention Center, Rwanda

Connected for Change

2 - 5 March, 2025

Kigali Convention Center, Rwanda

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Join Us in Shaping Africa’s Health and Development Future!

Step into a transformative experience where your voice matters. As a delegate, you’ll be at the heart of critical conversations aimed at redefining the future of health and development in Africa. This is your chance to be part of an agenda-setting dialogue that challenges the global status quo, addresses power imbalances, and places Africa’s priorities firmly on the world stage.

What’s in It for You?

Be Inspired by Global Leaders and Local Champions

Gain exclusive insights from an extraordinary line-up of visionaries, including global leaders and local experts. Discover fresh perspectives on the most pressing health issues of our time as per the sub-themes below:
• Climate and Health
• Research Innovation & Technology
• Health Financing
• Human Behavior
• Health Indicators in Fragile Settings
• Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
• Politics and Governance
• Localization
• Meaningful Youth Engagement

Champion Your Agenda

Here’s your platform to make your agenda known. Advocate for transformative policies, influence decision-makers, and drive sustainable health investments. Your voice will be amplified by data-driven, evidence-based approaches, ensuring your calls for action are credible, compelling, and impossible to ignore.

Engage with Africa’s Next Generation of Leaders

Witness the brilliance and energy of youth leaders as they lead the charge for a better future. This is your opportunity to join a movement shaped by their commitment to:
• Better Governance
• Accountability & Transparency
• Innovation & Technology
• Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Build Powerful Networks

Forge invaluable connections with African thought leaders, issue experts, and change-makers from across the continent and beyond. These connections don’t end with the event—they’re catalysts for future collaborations. Join a community of like-minded individuals and organizations who are deeply committed to action, not just talk.

Don’t just be a participant—be a change-maker. This is your invitation to step up, speak out, and shape the future of health and development in Africa.

AHAIC in Numbers

Biennial Attendance

2 +

Countries

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Speakers

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Co-conveners

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Gold Partners

Silver Partners

CSO Partners

Exhibitor Partners

Media Partners

AHAIC 2025 Speakers

Dr. Githinji Gitahi

Group CEO, Amref Health Africa

Dr. Matshidiso Moeti

Regional Director for Africa, World Health Organization (WHO)

H.E Dr. Jean Kaseya

Director General, Africa-Centres for Disease Control and Prevention

Dr. Sabin Nsanzimana

The Minister of Health, Rwanda.

Desta Lakew

Group Director of Partnerships and External Affairs, Amref Health Africa

Dr. Magda Robalo

President and Co-founder, IGHD

Dr. Ebere Okereke

Chief Program Officer, Reaching the Last Mile

Carolyne Mbindyo

CEO, Amref Health Innovations

Dr. Muhammed Abdulaziz

Head, Division of Disease Control and Prevention, Africa CDC

Dr. Landry Tsague Dongmo

Director of Primary Health Care, Africa CDC

Dr. Adelheid Onyango

Director, Universal Health Coverage/Healthier Populations, WHO AFRO

Ms. Oumaima El Idrissi

City Councillor and Member of Maayor's Cabinet, City of Casablanca

Dr. Tirune Amsalu Baye

Technical Officer, Public Health Workforce Development Workforce Unit, Division of public health institute and research, Africa CDC

Dr. Yaw Bediako

CEO, Yemaachi Biotech

Dr. Gloria Maimela

Deputy CEO, Foundation for Professional Development

Dr. Mosoka Papa Fallah,

Acting Director Science, Research and Innovation, Africa CDC

Dr. Sofonias Tessema,

Program Lead - Pathogen Genomics, Africa CDC

Dr. Elvis Temfack,

Head, R&D and Clinical Trials Coordination Mechanism Center for Science and Innovation, Africa CDC

Dr. Abebe Genetu

Coordinator, Platform for Harmonized African Health Products Manufacturing (PHAHM), Africa CDC

Ms. Rumbidzai Chisenga

Chief Executive Officer, The Leadership Lab

Dr. Ngozi Erondu

Technical Director, Global Institute for Disease Elimination

Dr. Nicaise Ndembi

Deputy Director General, Africa Regional Office, International Vaccine Institute

Mr. Henry Kilonzo

Senior Manager - Foundations Programmes, Safaricom PLC - Safaricom & MPESA Foundations

Mr. Maarten Oranje

Expert Health and Education Systems, Cordaid

Dr. Marina Romanello

Executive Director, Lancet Countdown

Dr. Martin Muchangi

Progam Director, Amref Health Africa

Mr. Aloise Gikunda

Program Manager, Amref Health Africa in Kenya

Dr. Emilia Connolly

Health Systems Policy Advisor, Ministry of Health, Malawi

Ms. Rovinnah Maureen

Strategic Partnerships Manager, Amref Health Africa

Ms. Cecilia Kinuthia-Njenga

ISCP Director, UNFCCC

Maturin Tchoumi

Pharma International Area Head for Africa, Roche

Gerishom Gimaiyo

Director of Health in the Africa Regional Office, The Rockefeller Foundation.

Anthony Gitau

Director Global Community Impact Sub Sahara Africa, Johnson & Johnson

Awa Dieng

Regional Director, Amref Health Africa, West Africa Hub

Maureen Kolenyo

Regional Director - East Africa, World Bicycle Relief

Gerald Manthalu

Director of Planning and Policy Development, Ministry of Health Malawi

Mr. Lemma Desu

Projects M&E Team Leader, Oromia Regional Health Bureau

Mr. Zwelethu Bashman

Managing Director, MSD sub-Saharan Africa

Dr. Samuel Oti

Senior Program Specialist, Canada's International Development Research Centre

Ms. Melissa Wanda

Advocacy & Policy Kenya Country Manager, PATH

Mr. Abraham Megentta

Country Director, Last Mile Health

Mrs. Emily Katarikawe

Executive Director, Innovation Program for Community Transformation (InPact)

Dr. Caleb Mike Mulongo

Health Financing Specialist, Tunu Consulting Hub

Dr. Teresa Soop

Senior Research Advisor, Embassy of Sweden in Rwanda

Mr. Subin Adhikari

Chair - Communications Cross Cutting Working Group, Neglected Tropical Diseases NGO Network

Dr. Nneka Mobisson

Cofounder & CEO, mDoc Healthcare

Ms. Jackie Katana

Founder and Executive Director, Faith For Family Health Initiative-3FHi

Mrs. Dorcas Hadzizi

Strategic Policy Planning and Donor Coordination Officer, Ministry of Health and Child Care

Ms. Cynthia Kahumbura

Co-Executive Director, Jacaranda Health

Dr. Corine Karema

Director of Malaria & NTDs, Global Health, Quality & Equity Healthcare

Dr. Kalahn Taylor-Clark

Vice President, Social Impact and Sustainability, Merck

Dr. Halima Twabi

Associate Professor, University of Malawi, School of Applied and Natural Sciences

Ms. Idah Mumba

Community Health Worker, Amref health Africa Zambia

Lister Banda

Project Officer, Amref Health Africa, Zambia

Dr. Yewande Alimi,

AMR and One Health Unit Lead, Africa CDC

Dr. Claudia Shilumani,

Director of External Relations and Strategic Management, Africa CDC

Dr. Githinji Gitahi

Group CEO, Amref Health Africa

Dr. Matshidiso Moeti

Regional Director for Africa, World Health Organization (WHO)

H.E Dr. Jean Kaseya

Director General, Africa-Centres for Disease Control and Prevention

Dr. Sabin Nsanzimana

The Minister of Health, Rwanda.

Dr. Magda Robalo

President and Co-founder, IGHD

Dr. Magda Robalo

President and Co-founder, IGHD

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