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Developing Healthcare Leaders and Practitioners Who Inspire Lasting Health Change In Africa.

19/03/2026

What impact will the PHC Congress have beyond these 3 days? 🌍

AMIU VC Prof. Joachim Osur shares a powerful takeaway on how the conversations at the Congress will shape Primary Health Care across Africa and globally.

This is bigger than a moment , it’s a movement that will leave lasting change.

🎥 Watch his insights.

The future of health innovation is happening right here at Amref International University and you are invited to witness...
16/03/2026

The future of health innovation is happening right here at Amref International University and you are invited to witness it.

Join us for the From Idea to Impact Business Plan Competition & Award Ceremony, where brilliant student innovators will pitch transformative ideas aimed at solving real public health challenges.

Through the partnership between AMIU and the Family Larsson-Rosenquist Foundation, the Health Entrepreneurship Academy has spent the past year mentoring students, strengthening their ideas, and shaping them into viable public health social enterprises.

Now, the best teams will step forward to pitch their ideas before an esteemed panel.

What to Expect
🔹 7 finalist teams pitching their ventures in a live competition
🔹 Seed funding awards for the most outstanding business plans
🔹 Progress showcases from the 2024–2025 cohort winners
🔹 Insights from leading innovators and health experts

We are honoured to host Mirko Giulietti, Ambassador of Switzerland to Kenya, as Guest of Honor, alongside moderator Katharina Lichtner and an esteemed panel of judges including Aaron Ogunde, Michael Moneypenny, Caroline Mbindyo, and Prof. Dancan Irungu.

📍 Venue: Nile Hall, AMIU – Northlands, Nairobi
📅 Dates: 23rd – 27th March 2026
⏰ Time: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (EAT)

As part of activities commemorating International Women’s Day, the SRC and SRHR Club at Amref International University h...
16/03/2026

As part of activities commemorating International Women’s Day, the SRC and SRHR Club at Amref International University hosted an awareness event titled “Breaking the Silence: Endometriosis, Ovarian Cancer & Consent.”

The session created an open platform for students to learn and engage in meaningful discussions around Endometriosis, Ovarian Cancer, and the importance of sexual consent in promoting respectful and informed relationships.

Through dialogue and shared insights, the event reinforced the importance of awareness, early health-seeking behavior, and student-led advocacy for sexual and reproductive health.

The Student Representative Council (SRC) Inauguration held on Friday, 13th March 2026 at the Safari Park Hotel marked a ...
14/03/2026

The Student Representative Council (SRC) Inauguration held on Friday, 13th March 2026 at the Safari Park Hotel marked a smooth and successful transition of leadership at Amref International University (AMIU) .

Graced by the Vice Chancellor, Prof Joachim Osur , the ceremony celebrated the ushering in of the new SRC leadership committed to representing and serving the AMIU student body.

We congratulate the incoming council and wish them success as they champion the voice and welfare of AMIU students.

12/03/2026

What does the 2nd PHC Congress mean for the next generation of health leaders?

For our students, it meant inspiration, learning, and a renewed commitment to strengthening Primary Health Care across Africa and beyond.

From engaging with experts to understanding the global health landscape, their voices remind us that the future of PHC is in capable hands.

🎥 Hear their reflections and takeaways from the 2nd PHC Congress.

10/03/2026

We don't just teach — we inspire lasting change. Empowering students through quality learning in state-of-the-art laboratory facilities. 🔬🌍" May 2026 intake applications are open. Apply via. www.amref.ac.ke or call +254112352343

Day 3 Recap of the 2nd PHC Congress 2026Day 3 brought the Congress to a powerful close with forward-looking conversation...
10/03/2026

Day 3 Recap of the 2nd PHC Congress 2026

Day 3 brought the Congress to a powerful close with forward-looking conversations on how we redesign Primary Health Care amidst global uncertainty.

From exploring how technology can accelerate PHC , highlighted by insights from Murang'a County Governor Irungu Kang'ata, digital health leaders, and global partners , to examining the intersection of climate change, health security, and data-driven preparedness, the discussions underscored the urgent need for resilient, adaptive health systems.

The day also spotlighted critical dimensions of PHC including supporting mothers and families through improved lactation management, strengthening the health workforce through innovative postgraduate education, and advancing inclusive care for persons with disabilities and conflict-affected populations.

As the Congress concluded, we celebrated institutional leadership and commitment to PHC, reminding us that building resilient health systems requires collaboration across governments, universities, communities, and partners.

Murang’a County was well represented on Day 3 of the 2nd PHC Congress as we wrapped up impactful conversations on streng...
09/03/2026

Murang’a County was well represented on Day 3 of the 2nd PHC Congress as we wrapped up impactful conversations on strengthening Primary Health Care. Murang'a County being one of the counties spearheading critical health reforms within its own capacity, is now a benchmark for all across the board.
As Governor Irungu Kang'ata noted, “Health care is holistic. It is not just about treatment, it is an ecosystem.”

How do we build resilient health systems in an era of global uncertainty?Day Two of the 2nd Primary Health Care Congress...
06/03/2026

How do we build resilient health systems in an era of global uncertainty?

Day Two of the 2nd Primary Health Care Congress focused on practical solutions for strengthening Primary Health Care across Africa.
Conversations highlighted the importance of strong leadership, sustainable financing, digital innovation, and community-led approaches in delivering effective health services.
Participants explored how new financing models are improving accountability and ensuring resources reach frontline facilities, while digital tools are enabling community health workers to access real-time data, training, and decision support.

Discussions also emphasized the importance of community-driven interventions including WASH programs, integrated disease prevention, and protecting breastfeeding as a critical Primary Health Care intervention.

As the congress continues, these exchanges are shaping new ideas, partnerships, and policy approaches aimed at strengthening health systems and advancing Universal Health Coverage across the continent.

06/03/2026

From powerful conversations to bold ideas shaping the future of health systems, the 2nd Primary Health Care Congress is alive with energy and purpose.

Here's just a glimpse of the conversations, connections, and collaborations unfolding at AMIU.

And we’re just getting started.

Stay tuned as the movement to redesign Primary Health Care continues.

Yesterday, during the opening day of the 2nd Primary Health Care Congress, MARY MUTHONI, CBS, HSC reminded delegates of ...
06/03/2026

Yesterday, during the opening day of the 2nd Primary Health Care Congress, MARY MUTHONI, CBS, HSC reminded delegates of an important truth about health systems. Strengthening community health systems remains essential to achieving Universal Health Coverage, improving health security, and ensuring that essential health services reach households and communities across Africa.

The Congress continues to bring together leaders from government, academia, and development partners to share practical solutions for building stronger Primary Health Care systems.

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Healthcare Leaders and Practitioners Who Inspire Lasting Health Change In Africa.

Amref International University (AMIU) has announced a pioneering degree programme in Community Health Practice which seeks to address the shortage of trained community health practitioners in the sub-Sahara region.

The health sciences university is also introducing a BSc. in Health Systems Management and Development to ensure that current and future health systems managers are professionally prepared.

The two programmes commence on 10th May 2018 and will seek to equip high school graduates and middle-level healthcare workers with knowledge and skills for operative implementation of the Universal Health Coverage (UHC) agenda.

The Interim Vice Chancellor, Dr. Peter Ngatia noted that the development of the degree courses was informed by the experience and intellect of Amref Health Africa which is reputed with over 60 years of quality and innovative public and community health interventions, training and education.