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29/05/2026

Meet 14-year-old Tabitha from Loreng village in Turkana West, Kenya. As a passionate advocate for change, she empowers her peers by teaching them about menstrual health and hygiene, showing firsthand how WASH can transform lives. Tabitha embodies the spirit of a and inspires others to join Together for a Period-Friendly World.

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29/05/2026

Every outbreak starts in a community.
Long before laboratories confirm a diagnosis, before emergency teams mobilise, and before the world pays attention, communities are often the first to see the warning signs.

In his latest article published by SciDev.Net, Dr Githinji Gitahi explains why the current Ebola outbreak is a reminder that community trust, early detection, and strong community health systems remain our best defence against future health emergencies.

"The next outbreak is not a question of if, but when. The time to strengthen trusted community systems is now."

Read the full article via the link below:
https://newsroom.amref.org/op-ed/2026/05/drc-ebola-outbreak-exposes-community-health-gaps/

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As the DRC battles a rapidly growing Ebola outbreak, investment in community health surveillance is critical,…

28/05/2026

Today, on World , we celebrate the power of youth-led innovation to transform lives.

In Zambia, social entrepreneur Mwinji Nakamba is turning plastic waste into reusable menstrual health products through WasteMat Zambia, helping girls access affordable menstrual products while creating dignified work opportunities for women and young people.

Supported through the Africa Health Collaborative project implemented by Amref Health Africa in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, her work is improving health, reducing environmental waste, and building stronger communities.

This is a powerful example of how young Africans are creating solutions that advance health, dignity, and opportunity.

Read the full story here: https://newsroom.amref.org/blog/2026/05/how-youth-innovation-is-turning-waste-into-dignity-and-opportunity-in-zambia/

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Every month, thousands of girls across Zambia miss school because they cannot afford menstrual products. At…

28/05/2026

“The world cannot be safe if Africa is not safe.”

As the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda continues to increase risks across neighbouring countries and the world, Amref Health Africa is calling for stronger collaboration, preparedness, and sustained investment in health security systems before the crisis escalates further.

From community surveillance and trusted risk communication to frontline health workers and cross-border preparedness, early action remains critical in preventing outbreaks from becoming wider regional emergencies.

Watch the full message from Dr Patrick Kagurusi, Country Manager of Amref Health Africa in Uganda. ⬇️

🔗 https://youtu.be/JrLc_CuPtcM

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28/05/2026

#𝐀𝐇𝐀𝐈𝐂𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟕 R𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐬 N𝐨𝐰 O𝐩𝐞𝐧!

Theme: 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚'𝐬 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐎𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐫

Join leaders, innovators, and changemakers from across and beyond to define a new world health order driven by equity, resilience, and African leadership. In a changing donor landscape, strategic collaboration is essential for scaling sustainable, homegrown solutions.

When: 𝟐𝟖𝐭𝐡 𝐅𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 - 𝟑𝐫𝐝 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟕

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20/05/2026

𝐀𝐦𝐫𝐞𝐟 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚 𝐋𝐚𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐬 𝐒𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐳𝐞𝐫𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐧-𝐋𝐞𝐝 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡

As global health enters a new era shaped by shifting geopolitics, evolving aid landscapes, and growing calls for health sovereignty, stronger partnerships and African leadership have never been more critical.

On the sidelines of in Geneva, Amref Health Africa officially launched Amref Health Africa Switzerland, a new liaison office established to deepen engagement with partners, philanthropy, and global health actors while amplifying African perspectives in shaping the future of health.

Located at the heart of one of the world’s leading global health ecosystems, the office will strengthen collaboration, foster dialogue, and help advance African-led solutions for more resilient, equitable, and people-centred health systems.

🔗 Learn more: https://newsroom.amref.org/news/2026/05/amref-health-africa-launches-switzerland-office-to-strengthen-african-voice-in-global-health/

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Geneva, Switzerland -19 May, 2026: As global leaders convene in Geneva for the 79th World Health Assembly (WHA79),…

16/05/2026

Innovative and sustainable financing is the backbone of strong primary health care. Social health insurance (SHI) is emerging as a game changer in the journey toward Universal Health Coverage (UHC). By pooling risks, expanding coverage, and mobilising domestic resources, SHI can shift countries from fragmented, out-of-pocket spending to equitable, predictable, and people-centred health financing systems. Success depends on smart design, including the inclusion of informal-sector populations, strategic purchasing, accountability, and alignment with national health priorities. As countries face rising health demands, fiscal constraints, and evolving disease burdens, the question is no longer whether to adopt SHI but how to make it efficient, inclusive, and sustainable at scale.

Join the conversation at as we explore how innovative financing models can unlock stronger, more resilient primary health care systems and accelerate progress toward UHC.

Learn more about : https://newsroom.amref.org/amref-at-wha79/

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15/05/2026

Integrated care goes beyond efficiency; it’s about ensuring dignity, expanding access, and designing health systems that truly serve people’s needs. By prioritising the human experience, integrated care creates healthier, more resilient communities.

Join leading global experts and policymakers as they explore innovative approaches and real-world solutions shaping the future of integrated primary health care (PHC) at . Gain insights, share experiences, and be part of the transformation.

🔗 Register here for in-person participation: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeNE47M_y2_YJPFLaQV6keApBELlkQwftEmo3m9d9RnsVobDA/viewform

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14/05/2026

The future of Universal Health Coverage will depend on how countries finance and integrate care.

At the 79th World Health Assembly, Amref Health Africa and partners are convening global leaders, policymakers, health experts, and civil society to explore how smart financing and integrated Primary Health Care can drive stronger, more resilient health systems.

The conversation will spotlight:

🔹 Sustainable financing for PHC
🔹 Country-led health reforms
🔹 Integrated HIV, TB & malaria services
🔹 Community health and accountability
🔹 Digital and AI-enabled health solutions
🔹 People-centred care for all

Beyond policy conversations, we seek to catalyse action towards building health systems that truly work for people.

📅 Monday, 18 May 2026
🕥 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM CEST
📍 Geneva, Switzerland

🔗 Register: https://bit.ly/42sKDWJ

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13/05/2026

Health sovereignty is not about isolation. It is about Africa having the power to define its own health priorities, strengthen local systems, finance sustainable solutions, and shape the future of global health on equal footing.

Join the conversation on X Spaces.

🔗 https://x.com/i/spaces/1RJjpzYRmveKw

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