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

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.

Join us in Lusaka this November

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

    CPHIA 2022 Conference Report

    In December 2022, 2,800 scientists, policymakers, and advocates from around the world gathered in person in Kigali, Rwanda, for CPHIA 2022 to spotlight African science and innovation, and strengthen local, regional and global collaboration, with an additional 11,625 participants joining the main conference sessions online via the live stream. This built on the success of the inaugural CPHIA 2021 convening, serving as a catalyst to drive sustainable progress against longstanding and emerging health threats.