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Africa’s healthcare systems face persistent challenges, including inadequate infrastructure, unequal access to care, and the dual burden of communicable and non-communicable diseases. Yet, innovations in vaccine production, healthcare delivery, and digital technologies present significant opportunities for transformation. By 2025, bold investments and targeted strategies can build resilient, equitable, and sustainable health systems across the continent. […]
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By Gorata Ogotseng, Corporate Communications Manager, Norsad Capital Despite the substantial economic and developmental gains made over the past couple of decades, financial inclusion remains a major issue across much of sub-Saharan Africa. In fact, figures from the World Bank show that more than half of people in the region still don’t have access to a formal bank account. […]
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By Dr Allan Pamba, Executive Vice President, Diagnostics, Africa, at Roche Diagnostics Africa Day on 25 May—and Africa Month for the duration of May—celebrate the establishment of the Organisation of African Unity (OAU) on 25 May 1963 and the progress Africa has made in the global environment. This is an opportune time to reflect on the strides […]
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By Omosefe Osinoiki It’s no secret that when it comes to essential healthcare, women don’t get equal treatment. My research raises awareness to get women treated for the disease female genital schistosomiasis (FGS) in Nigeria. The research highlights the challenges of stigma and misdiagnosis we face – but also offers solutions. Growing up I was […]
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The African healthcare landscape is rapidly evolving. A combination of population increases and a growing aged population poses a significant challenge to Africa’s healthcare systems. But, in a challenging environment, patient organizations are emerging as a powerful force for good. By 2050, Africa will have a population of 2.5 billion, up from 1.2 billion in 2019. […]
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Can technological advances enable a new era of patient-centric healthcare that goes beyond the boundaries of healthcare providers and extends to patients’ homes? This dynamic is already unfolding in the global healthcare sector, says Nazia Pillay, Partner Head at SAP Africa – and Africa isn’t far behind. “The emergence of patient-centric healthcare holds immense promise […]
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Author: Luc Provost, CEO of B Medical System and Dr Abdou Salam Gueye, Regional Emergency Director for WHO AFRO As we strive for equitable and accessible healthcare for all, one critical but often overlooked aspect of this endeavor is the role of the cold chain. In a world where vaccines, medicines, and diagnostics play pivotal […]
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The Max Foundation (Max) today announced that three patients have started treatment for advanced breast cancer in Mozambique through its Max Access Solutions program. Max, a leading global nonprofit organization that aims to accelerate health equity by delivering medication, technology, and supportive services to cancer patients, is working in collaboration with multiple partners to implement […]
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In an era marked by healthcare challenges as diverse as they are pressing, the Africa Health annual Emergency Medicine Conference has emerged as a crucial event in the ED (Emergency Department), ER (Emergency Response) and ESP (Emergency Service Providers) space. This confluence of some of the greatest minds in emergency medicine will take place as […]
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By: Dr. Allan Pamba – Executive Vice President, Diagnostics, Africa, at Roche Diagnostics In May this year, the Resolution on Strengthening Diagnostics Capacity was officially adopted by the World Health Organisation (WHO) at the World Health Assembly. This holds significant implications for Africa’s healthcare landscape. The official Resolution document outlines it as “Recognising that diagnostic […]
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