GIPD hosted the 4th Africa Health Research and Innovation Funders Forum (AHRIFF) and the Maternal, Newborn & Child Health (MNCH) Funders Convening at SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl, South Africa, from September 2 to 5, 2024.
The MNCH Funders Convening convened a diverse group of stakeholders to enhance maternal, newborn, and child health (MNCH) discussions across Africa. These underscored the urgent need for increased investment and coordination in MNCH initiatives and emphasised the importance of strengthening local research capacity, improving data collection, and developing scalable MNCH interventions.
At the 4th AHRIFF, engagements aimed at tackling critical health challenges as well as to showcase successful initiatives. The forum saw a diverse representation from 11 African organisations, alongside participants from the UK, US, Canada, Switzerland, and other global entities, fostering a rich exchange of ideas and experiences. Participants underscored the importance of including more funders, particularly from organisations like the Global Fund, and regional players such as the African Development Bank.
In conclusion, the recent gatherings marked significant progress in health research and innovation across Africa, reinforcing our commitment to collaboration and impactful change. We look forward to building on these discussions and continuing our shared mission.
View the 4th Africa Health Research and Innovation Funders Forum (AHRIFF) & MNCH Funders Convening – Report
See some moments from the convening | HERE