Reflections from the evi4dev conference At the Evi4Dev Conference, the message was clear: data must not just be collected—it must move us. In a powerful session on turning evidence into action, voices from across the continent shared practical strategies for bridging research and policy. As national priorities shift globally, the health research community in Africa …
Turning Data into Action: Why African Health Research Must Drive Policy Change and Community Impact As global health funding dwindles and donor priorities shift, African researchers and policymakers face an urgent challenge: continuing to prioritize the African agenda and address the continent’s unique health issues. The pressing question remains: Do we have the data, or …
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From Data to Action: Developing Evidence-Based Advocacy Campaigns A CHReaD × AHRIDA Side Session at EVI4DEV Conference Why Attend?Discover how data-driven strategies are transforming advocacy—turn insights into impact alongside leading experts from APHRC and beyond. When: 7 May 2025 | 07:15–08:45 EATWhere: Hyatt Regency Westlands (EVI4DEV Side Session) Who Should Join?Advocates, policymakers, researchers, communicators, and …
Rethinking Access: Perspectives on Local Vaccine Manufacturing in Africa Africa remains overwhelmingly dependent on imported vaccines, a vulnerability that was made glaringly clear during recent global health emergencies. With over 99% of vaccines still sourced externally, the continent faces urgent questions about sovereignty, equity, and preparedness. This one-hour webinar, hosted by Zihi Institute as part …
10 years of CHReaD: A Decade of Passion, Progress, and Purpose Ten years ago, a simple yet powerful idea took root, one that dared to imagine Africa’s health challenges met with homegrown solutions. That vision united a diverse group of advocates bound by a shared belief that health research and development (R&D) could be reshaped …
