Conference | 3rd International Conference on Public Health in Africa (CPHIA 2023)

27-30 November 2023
Lusaka, Zambia

The annual International Conference on Public Health in Africa (CPHIA) provides a unique African-led platform for leaders across the continent to reflect on lessons learned in health and science, and align on a way forward for creating more resilient health systems. 

Expanding the horizons of the conference once again, CPHIA 2023 will showcase how the continent is breaking down barriers, reaffirming Africa as a powerhouse in science and innovation, generator of new knowledge and health products, and exemplar of progress.

As African countries accelerate the realization of a New Public Health Order, this year’s conference will help to build a healthier, more prosperous Africa – for the continent, and the world.

CPHIA 2023 Tracks

  • Track 1: Pandemic Preparedness and Resilient Financing Mechanisms for Africa
  • Track 2: Fostering African-led Innovation: Advancing Local Production in Vaccines, Diagnostics and Therapeutics
  • Track 3: Delivering Universal Health Coverage in Africa – Strengthened and Equitable Health Systems
  • Track 4: For Women by Women: Access to adequate healthcare for young girls and women in Africa
  • Track 5: Safeguarding Africa’s Health Security: health emergencies, biosecurity, climate change, and multi-sectoral response mechanisms
  • Track 6: Transforming Health in Africa through Digital Innovation
  • Track 7: Whole-of-society – the Power of Engaging Civil Society, the Private Sector and Local Philanthropy
  • Track 8: Combating Infectious Diseases, NTDs and Antimicrobial Resistance in Africa
  • Track 9: Unmasking the Silent Epidemics: NCDs, Mental Health and Injuries

Find out more here.

NTD related planeries and sessions at CPHIA 2023

 

Date: Tuesday, 28 November 2023
Time: 17:00-18:30
Venue: Main Auditorium, Kenneth Kaunda Wing

Plenary: Track 8: Combating Infectious Diseases, NTDs and Antimicrobial Resistance in Africa

Speakers:

  • Charles Wiysonge, Regional Adviser for Immunisation and Team Lead for the Vaccine-Preventable Diseases Programme, WHO AFRO
  • Thomas Nyirenda, Strategic Partnerships & Capacity Development Manager, The European & Developing Countries Clinical Trials Partnership (EDCTP)
  • Marc Mendelson, Head of Division of Infectious Diseases, University of Cape Town
  • Rose Leke, Emeritus Professor, University of Yaounde 1
  • Carol Ruffell, Southern Africa Director, DNDi and GARDP
  • Yenew Kebede Tebeje, Ag. Head of Division, Surveillance and Disease Intelligence, Africa CDC
  • John Amuasi, Executive Director, African Research Network for Neglected Tropical Diseases (ARNTD)
  • Francisca Mutapi, Professor of Global Health Infection and Immunity, The University of Edinburgh
  • Richard Mihigo, Director, COVID-19 Vaccine Delivery, Coordination & Integration -COVAX, Gavi

 

Date: Wednesday, 29 November 2023
Time: 13:30-15:00
Venue: Main Auditorium, Kenneth Kaunda Wing

Parallel Session: Track 8A: Diagnostics: Challenges and opportunities of adoption of newer technologies

Speakers:

  • Mr Bartlomiej Kurcz Deputy Head of Policy & Coordination Unit, European Commission

  • Prof Rose Leke Professor Emeritus, University of Yaoundé

  • Prof Mosa Moshabela Deputy-Vice Chancellor of Research & Innovation, University of KwaZulu-Natal

  • Dr Christine Manyando Head of Public Health Department, Tropical Diseases Research Centre

  • Dr Emmanuel Agogo Director Pandemic Threats, FIND

  • Prof Francisca Mutapi Professor of Global Health Infection and Immunity, The University of Edinburgh

Find out more in the programme: https://cphia2023.com/programme/

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