To achieve the 2030 SDGs with the ambition of ending extreme poverty, hunger, and all forms of malnutrition, the importance of South-South cooperation has never been more crucial, and the roles of both Africa and India are central to this course. This side meeting, the first of its kind, at the World Health Summit will bring together interdisciplinary global public health leaders, Academics, researchers, development professionals, NGOs, private sector representatives, and government and international organizations and foster collaboration and partnerships for food systems transformations and capacity building.
<p>The Africa Academy for Public Health (AAPH) extends its heartfelt congratulations to Her Excellency President Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan, President of the United Republic of Tanzania, on receiving the prestigious Goalkeepers Award from the Gates Foundation on February 4, 2025, in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. This award recognizes Tanzania’s remarkable progress in maternal, newborn, child nutrition, and health (MNCNH)—a testament to the country’s commitment to improving health outcomes for women and children.</p>
The Africa Academy for Public Health extends our heartfelt congratulations to Professor Emeritus Japhet Killewo for receiving the One Health Lifetime Achievement Award. Working alongside him in our shared mission to improve public health outcomes has been a privilege. His legacy will continue to inspire and guide the next generation of public health practitioners and researchers For Better Public Health.
<p>Africa Academy for Public Health (AAPH) conducted a <strong>five-day training on Health Research</strong> from <strong>October 21<sup>st</sup></strong> <strong>to October 25<sup>t</sup></strong><strong><sup>h</sup></strong><strong>, 2024</strong> at the CRDB Bank Plc Auditorium in Dar es Salaam. This training aligns with AAPH’s mission to advance public health priorities through research, capacity building, and knowledge translation.</p>
AAPH brings a sub-Saharan Africa perspective to the Alliance, sparking convesations within the context to improve public health while being mindful of the sociodynamics around health policy and practice environments on the African continent.
Africa Academy for Public Health (AAPH) is at the 11th Tanzania Health Summit in Zanzibar from October 1st to 3rd 2024. We will showcase our impactful work at our exhibition booth and through abstract presentations. We look forward to connecting with you at the summit and fostering collaboration for better public health.
Despite being less severe than smallpox overall, Mpox has a high risk of morbidity and mortality, especially among vulnerable groups. The case fatality ratio for Mpox raises to as high as 11%, depending on the area and availability of healthcare. It is therefore crucial to raise awareness about Mpox, encourage early reporting of symptoms, and promote vaccination where available. Public health initiatives should focus on educating the public, strengthening healthcare systems, and ensuring access to resources for preventive measures.
Establishing a platform for the DASH Network to strengthen and facilitate knowledge exchange, transfer, translation, and utilization within and beyond the Network.
Today, 22nd May, marks World Preeclampsia Day, an important occasion to raise awareness about a serious condition that affects pregnant women worldwide. The theme for this year is "Predict, Prevent, Prevail," highlighting the crucial steps we can take to combat this condition.
The dissemination featured a stimulating panel discussion in which sited were a youth-led organization founder and leader; a seasoned mental health counsellor; and a renowned leading Professor of Psychiatry. The discussion brought forth the vital roles and need for capacity building among parents, teachers, and community health workers in promoting mental health among young people. Representatives from government bodies, universities, NGOs, and youth-led organizations emphasized the imperative for early intervention and prevention strategies to address mental health issues among young people.