African Health Organizations

Here you find non- governmental and governmental organizations, networks, partnerships, academic institutions, UN agencies and African Union entities committed to improving health and health care in Africa. Some of the organizations support community-based approach to health care and take innovative methods to health care needs in the Region. Many of the health organizations have offices and programs in a number of Sub-Sahara African countries. The location of the headquarters of each health organization is indicated in this directory.

Community Initiatives Concern – CINCO

Posted 3 years ago

CINCO works towards building sustainable community development avenues to improving health, social services and entrepreneurship, disaster relief and advocacy. It designs, implements and evaluates a multi-component evidence based...

Non-Government Organization / 253 views

University of Cape Town, Health Economics Unit

Posted 3 years ago

The University of Cape Town, Health Economics Unit works to improve the performance of health systems in Sub-Saharan Africa through research in health economics, training, consultancy and capacity-building....

Academic institution / 363 views

Africa Health Incorporated- AHI

Posted 3 years ago

AHI is dedicated to promoting young people’s health and development to ensure their successful transition to healthy and productive adulthood. The programs target at addressing adolescent health. The...

Non-Government Organization / 345 views

Action Africa Help International- AAH-I

Posted 3 years ago

AAH-I works with and for communities who live in conflict-affected, marginalized and under-served regions of Africa to sustainably improve their quality of life. The target communities include refugees,...

Network (advocacy or NGO) / 404 views

AMANI Global Works

Posted 4 years ago

Amani Global Works saves lives in the Great Lakes Region of Africa, using Idjwi Island as a model. Founded in 2010 by Dr. Jacques Sebisaho and his wife,...

Private company / 382 views

Nursing Education Partnership Initiative (NEPI)

Posted 4 years ago

The Nurse Education Partnership Initiative strives to prepare the next generation of nurses and midwives to lead, change and shape the future of health care in Africa. NEPI...

Partnership / 364 views

National AIDS Control Council

Posted 4 years ago

NACC aims to provide policy and a strategic framework for mobilizing and coordinating resources for the prevention of HIV transmission and provision of care and support to the...

Academic institution / 416 views

Healthy Newborn Network (HNN)

Posted 4 years ago

The Healthy Newborn Network is an online global community of maternal and newborn health professionals and practitioners dedicated to addressing critical knowledge gaps in newborn health. The majority...

Network (advocacy or NGO) / 621 views

Lemlem Foundation

Posted 4 years ago

lemlem Foundation, lemlem’s philanthropic arm, is a non-profit organization with the mission to help women artisans in Africa thrive by connecting them to healthcare, education and pathways to...

Non-Government Organization / 428 views

Laterite

Posted 4 years ago

Laterite is a data, research and technical advisory firm that helps clients understand and analyse complex development challenges. The firm embraces and deploys innovative research technologies and methodologies....

Private company / 512 views

African Forum for Primary Health Care (AfroPHC)

Posted 4 years ago

AfroPHC is a forum for health workers on the frontlines of primary care services in health systems of Africa and supporters of the primary health care approach. AfroPHC...

Forum / 429 views

Africa Interprofessional Education Network (AfrIPEN)

Posted 4 years ago

AfrIPEN is a partnership among various institutions and individuals with the vision to establish inter-professional education and collaborative practice (IPE) as an integral part in training the health...

Partnership / 1716 views / Popular

Africa Healthcare Network

Posted 4 years ago

Africa Healthcare Network is committed to bringing sustainable change to those affected by kidney disease in Africa. The Network brings world-class technical expertise combined with developing world practical...

Network (advocacy or NGO) / 661 views

African Forum for Research and Education in Health (AFREHealth)

Posted 4 years ago

AFREHealth is an interdisciplinary health professional group that seeks to work with Ministries of Health, training institutions and other stakeholders to improve the quality of health care in...

Forum / 570 views

African Federation for Emergency Medicine (AFEM)

Posted 4 years ago

The African Federation for Emergency Medicine (AFEM) is a broad coalition of national societies, organizations, and individuals from over 40 countries dedicated to securing high-quality emergency care for...

Alliance/Coalition / 661 views

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IPHCE’s Technical Support Wing provides vital assistance to enhance Primary Health Care (PHC) systems globally. From supporting national PHC framework development to optimizing health extension programs, we work closely with ministries of health to implement evidence-based best practices. Our Global PHC Technical Support offers tailored assistance post-course completion, empowering countries to develop and implement their PHC plans effectively. Currently engaged with multiple nations, our team ensures ongoing support, both onsite and remotely, fostering sustainable PHC improvements worldwide.

Global PHC Technical Support

National PHC Technical Support

IPHC-E’s Capacity Building programs empower health leaders with tailored training, from Primary Health Care leadership development to global PHC insights and pandemic response strategies. Our blended courses and webinars foster knowledge exchange, enhancing PHC systems globally. With a focus on leadership incubation, manuscript writing, and public health advocacy, we equip professionals with the skills and knowledge to drive transformative change and strengthen Primary Health Care initiatives in Ethiopia and beyond.

Leadership Incubation Program for Health (LIP-H)

Global PHC Course

Creating Resilient PHC System: Insight from COVID Response in Ethiopia and Beyond

Introduction to Primary Health Care Course

Health Harmonization and Alignment Course

Capacity Building on PHC Advocacy

Capacity Building on Manuscript Writing

PHC Webinar Series

Dr. Abnet Zeleke

Executive Director

Dr. Abnet Zeleke currently serves as the Executive Director of the International Institute for Primary Health Care – Ethiopia. Prior to this role, he served as an advisor to the Minister within the Ministry of Health seconded by the Clinton Health Access Initiative. During his time, he coordinated and supported numerous emergency responses, including those for COVID-19, conflict, and conflict-affected communities, as well as leading the Multi-sectoral Engagement Team.
Furthermore, he was the focal point of the Ministry of Health for responses concerning migrants, returnees, and refugees. His collaboration with various UN agencies, notably the IOM, UNOPS, and UNHCR, was instrumental in coordinating health interventions for these vulnerable populations.