African Business Coalition for Health

Merry Christmas and warm wishes from all of us at African Business Coalition for Health (ABCHealth)! In this season, we celebrate the spirit of togetherness, thoughtfulness, and hope for a healthier and brighter future for all. Thank you for being a part of our journey this year. We look forward to achieving even greater milestones together in the year ahead. Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful Christmas and a prosperous New Year!

Meet our Speakers for the African Business Coalition for Health Webinar on Mental Health and Worplace Wellness Themed: Bridging the Inter-Generational Mind Gap for the Future of Work - An African Perspective In today’s workplace, the generational divide and mental well-being have emerged as critical challenges impacting productivity and collaboration. To address these, ABCHealth invites you to an insightful webinar on Mental Health and Workplace Wellness scheduled for: Date: 21st January 2025 Time: 1:00 PM WAT Mode: Virtual As we engage with Thought leaders and experts to explore innovative solutions for bridging inter-generational gaps, enhancing mental wellness, and driving productivity in African workplaces. Keynote Speaker: * Professor Solly Rataemane – Chairperson, Ministerial Advisory Committee on Mental Health - South Africa Host: * Dr. Mories Atoki (Hon.) CEO, ABCHealth - Nigeria Co-Host: * Dr Joshua جوشوا Awesome – Coaching Psychologist, Africa Institute of the Mind - Capetown, S.A Guest Speakers: * Dr Nabhit Kapur -FAPH – CEO, Peaceful Mind Foundation, India *Janis Davis-Street Manager, Workforce & Community Health, Chevron - US * Dr. Margaret Kagwe Njuguna – Psychologist, Esteem Mental Health Consultancy - Kenya * Dr Imane Kendili – Psychiatrist, African Global Health (AGH) - Morroco This webinar aims to provide a rich discussion on intergenerational perspectives, mental wellness solutions, and actionable strategies to foster collaboration and well-being in Africa’s evolving workplace. Join us to gain insights from global and experts who are leading change across the health, psychology, and business worlds. Register NOW!!!👇🏽 https://lnkd.in/dtAfDzDf

Approaching 2025 with audacity and purpose?...We are! The African Business Coalition for Health is set to host a Webinar on Mental Health and Workplace Wellness themed: Bridging Inter-Generational Mind-Gap for the Future of Work: An African Perspective Date: Tuesday, 21st January 2024 Time: 1:00PM WAT ⏩ Why you should join us Workplaces are increasingly diverse, comprising multiple generations with distinct perspectives shaped by different socio-economic, technological, and cultural contexts. This diversity can foster innovation but may also lead to friction due to varying values and communication styles, creating a "mind-gap." In Africa, addressing this gap is essential for developing resilient and productive work environments. The importance of mental health in workplace productivity is highlighted, as employees often face stress and burnout. To promote well-being and open discussions around mental health, often stigmatized in Africa-workplace wellness programs and policies that accommodate generational differences are essential for sustainable economic development. This session will clarify the need for creating a supportive environment where mental health is prioritized, and generational diversity is celebrated by: ⏭️Bridging Generational Cohorts: Explore practical approaches to fostering collaboration and mutual understanding across diverse generational cohorts in African workplaces. ⏭️Enhancing Workplace Culture: Equip leaders and professionals with tools to cultivate inclusive and adaptive workplace environments that harness the strengths of generational diversity. ⏭️Prioritizing Mental Well-being: Highlight innovative strategies to integrate mental health support into workplace structures, ensuring sustained productivity and employee satisfaction. ⏭️Driving Policy Transformation: Advocate for actionable policies and frameworks that address the unique needs of Africa’s evolving workforce, with a focus on generational inclusivity and mental wellness. ⏭️Inspiring Future-Ready Workplaces: Provide insights into leveraging technology, leadership, and organizational culture to create workplaces prepared for the challenges and opportunities of the future. This webinar is a critical step in ABCHealth’s commitment to enhancing workplace health and productivity across Africa. Ubuntu ! Let's come together to address inter-generational challenges and prioritizing mental health, we are setting the stage for a future of work that is inclusive, sustainable, and uniquely African!!

The African Business Coalition for Health (ABCHealth) proudly announces the successful conclusion of its Roundtable Session at the International Health Ministers Summit in Kigali, focused on "Driving Sustainable Healthcare in Africa through Local Production Capacity of Drugs and Medical Commodities." The session addressed how building local production capacity can directly impact: 1. Access and Affordability: Local production ensures availability of cost-effective, high-quality medicines tailored to Africa’s health needs. 2. Economic Growth: Developing pharmaceutical industries fosters job creation, industrialization, and GDP growth. 3. Resilience and Independence: Local manufacturing reduces dependency on imports, enabling faster responses to public health emergencies. 4. Sustainability and Innovation: Harnessing Africa’s resources for environmentally conscious manufacturing while adopting advanced technologies like automation and AI. The Keynote by Prof. Nicaise Ndembi also emphasized the Five P’s of Pandemic Prevention, Preparedness, and Response: 1. Politics – Prioritizing political will to drive systemic change. 2. Populations – Ensuring equitable health solutions for diverse communities. 3. Policies – Establishing frameworks that incentivize local production. 4. Partnerships – Leveraging collaborations across sectors and borders. 5. Pathogens – Proactively addressing disease prevention and control. The event convened influential stakeholders from government, private sector, healthcare institutions, and international partners, with discussions rooted in practical solutions to unlock Africa’s manufacturing potential. Key outcomes included: 1. Policy Advocacy: Urging governments to create enabling environments through tax incentives, streamlined regulations, and investment-friendly frameworks. 2. Innovative Financing: Exploring blended funding models and private sector engagement to finance infrastructure and R&D. 3. Strengthening Partnerships: Encouraging collaboration between public and private entities to scale and ensure global competitiveness. 4. Leveraging Technology: Recognizing the role of digital tools and AI in improving efficiency, quality, and scalability in pharmaceutical production. Additionally, it echoed the importance of the 4C’s for Public Health in Africa: * Collaboration: Pooling resources and expertise across sectors. * Cooperation: Fostering unity among stakeholders to achieve shared goals. * Coordination: Streamlining efforts for maximum impact. * Communication: Ensuring transparency and clarity in all initiatives African Business Coalition for Health (ABCHealth) thanks the organizer Tom Coleman and team, all speakers, participants and partners for their commitment and contributions to this transformative dialogue. Through the power of collaboration, we can create a sustainable healthcare ecosystem that meets Africa’s unique needs and strengthens its position as a global leader in healthcare solutions.

Meet our Keynote Speaker, Professor Nicaise Ndembi the Deputy Director-General/Head of Mission, International Vaccine Institute (IVI) , Africa Regional Office. Professor Nicaise Ndembi is currently the Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Public Health in Africa, AIDS Research and Therapy, and serves on various World Health Organization and US National Institute of Health study sections. Through his leadership, a framework for Africa vaccine manufacturing was established. He has authored or co-authored over 250 peer-reviewed papers and book chapters in professional journals. The African Business Coalition for Health Roundtable Session holds today at Date: Thursday 5th December 2024 Time: 9:00am CAT Venue: The BoardRoom, Marriott Hotel, Kigali, Rwanda This session will convene leading experts and stakeholders to explore innovative strategies and solutions that enhance local production capabilities, reduce dependency on imports, and ultimately ensure access to quality healthcare for all Africans. Together, we can shape a resilient healthcare system that meets the needs of our communities and supports sustainable development across the continent. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of the conversation!

ABCHealth Roundtable Session at IHMS 2024!!! The African Business Coalition for Health will be hosting a High-Level Roundtable Session at the International Health Ministers Summit (IHMS) 2024, a premier gathering of health leaders in Kigali, Rwanda. Focused on the theme "Driving Sustainable Healthcare in Africa through Improved Local Production Capacity of Drugs and Medical Commodities," the session will convene a distinguished assembly of policymakers, industry leaders, healthcare professionals, and development partners, to address one of Africa's most pressing healthcare challenges: dependence on imported medical supplies and drugs. Date: Thursday 5th December 2024 Time: 9:00 am CAT Venue: The BoardRoom, Marriott Hotel, Kigali, Rwanda The Roundtable Session aims to advance Africa’s healthcare sustainability by promoting regional self-reliance, fostering public-private partnerships, driving innovation and investment, and enhancing regulatory frameworks for local drug and medical commodity production with an array of esteemed and distinguished high - profile speakers: Co-Chairs  • Professor Nicaise Ndembi - Deputy Director-General/Head of Mission, International Vaccine Institute, Africa Regional Office • Professor Morgan Chetty - Chairman, IPA Foundation • Dr. Babatunde Omilola, Ph.D. - Division Head, Africa Development Bank (AfDB) • Dr. Kwasi Boahene - Director Health Systems, PharmAccess • Dr. Oyebanji Filani - Chair, Health Commissioners Forum (HCF) • Dr Jane Karonga - Economist, UNECA Moderator: Dr. Mories Atoki (Hon.)- CEO, ABCHealth Speakers  • H. E. Dr. Zainab Shinkafi-Bagudu - President Elect, Union for International Cancer (UICC) • Oluwasoromidayo George - Board Chair, UN Global Compact Nigeria • Dr. Shriram Iyer - COO, CHI Pharma • Dr. Emmanuel Ajayi - CEO, BioStadt Swiss Group • Dr. Ayodele Cole Benson - MD, Echo Scan Services • Habiba Suleiman - Head, Strategic Partnerships, TGI Group • Ms. Louise McGrath - Deputy CEO, THET Group • Ms. Chibby Dangana - CEO, Data Factory Global • Dr. Dr Francis O. - DG, WAIPH • Dr. Dr. Mustapha Jibril - Ex Chair, Health Commissioner Forum • Dr. Amina Aminu Dorayi - Country Senior Director, Pathfinder International • Dr. Olamide O. - Senior Director, Scale Programs, Maisha Meds • Dr. Dr Modupe Elebute-Odunsi MBBS MD FRCP FRCPath - Founder, Women in Healthcare Network • Ms. OLAPEJU IBEKWE - CEO, Sterling One Foundation • Odunayo Sanya - Executive Director, MTN Foundation • MOSES WASSWA MULIMIRA - UK Lead, THET Group • Mr. Jean Marie Prosper Ndayiragije - Africa Rep, Vestergaard • Ms. MODUPE OGUNDIMU - Director, NHIA • Clare Omatseye - Founder/MD, JNC International • Dr. Dr. Pamela Ajayi- President, Healthcare Federation of Nigeria (HFN) • Dr. Richard Ajayi. FRCOG, FWACS, C.Dir – Board Chair, LASUTH, Chairman, Salveo Medical Management • Dr. Funmi Adewara - CEO, MobiHealth • Oghogho Makinde - Partner, Aluko & Oyebode • Kemi Sokenu Morris, CFRE - CEO, Oladiran Olusegun Adebutu Foundation

Today, Africa mourns its own ! It is with deep sorrow and profound respect that we, at the African Business Coalition for Health (ABCHealth), join the people of Tanzania 🇹🇿 the rest of Africa, and the global health community in mourning the passing of Dr. Faustine Ndugulile Dr. Ndugulile was not just a leader; he was a luminary whose dedication to advancing public health in Africa left an enduring legacy. His work as the World Health Organization (WHO) Africa Regional Director was marked by a firm commitment to ensuring health equity, strengthening healthcare systems, and inspiring collaborative efforts that transcended borders. To his family, friends, colleagues, and the Parliament of Tanzania, we share in your grief and extend our deepest condolences. Dr. Ndugulile’s leadership, compassion, and selfless service have touched countless lives, and his legacy will forever be etched in the hearts of those he served. As we remember and honor his extraordinary life, may we draw strength from his vision and continue the journey he so passionately championed — a healthier, stronger, and united Africa. May his soul rest in perfect peace, and may his family and loved ones find comfort in the knowledge that his impact will resonate for generations to come.

We should be talking innovative vector management and not just integrated vector management – in complete agreement with Dr. Billingsley. We don’t have to use a blanket approach – we can be adaptable by being more targeted in the fight against malaria which will help us maximize the resources we have. – Rose Peter, Head-Vector Control SSA, Syngenta

It’s not always about getting more resources; it is also about using the resources we have wisely. Innovation is necessary – new ideas and new thinking must be accessed and deployed if we will win the fight against malaria. We have a method of control now but that’s for the now; what method will be deployed in the future especially considering the resistance mosquitoes are putting up across the continent. - Dr. Peter Billingsley , Founder – The Viral Narrative

Malaria vaccines are having impact but they do not address the critical issue of infection. The prevalence of infection in communities should be a key priority in the fight against malaria. We need a big push to have an anti-infection vaccine and this is a focus of the WHO. If we can prevent infection, we can prevent deaths. - Dr. Peter Billingsley , Founder, The Vital Narrative.