Africa Health Financing Forum 2026
Welcome to the
Africa Health Financing Forum 2026!
The Africa Health
Financing Forum (AHFF) returns in 2026 with a bold mission: to catalyze
sustainable health financing strategies that build resilient health systems
across the continent. Held in the vibrant city of Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, this
two-day summit will convene policymakers, health economists, development
partners, private sector leaders, and civil society to chart a transformative
path forward.
Theme: “Resilient
Health Systems Through Sustainable Financing”
In the wake of global
health crises and economic volatility, African nations face mounting pressure
to strengthen their health systems. This year’s theme emphasizes the urgent
need for long-term, inclusive, and innovative financing mechanisms that can withstand
shocks and deliver equitable health outcomes.
Why Attend?
- Network with over 300 health leaders from
across Africa and beyond
- Discover cutting-edge financing models
and digital innovations
- Engage in high-impact panels and keynote
sessions
- Celebrate excellence at the prestigious
AHFF Awards Nite
Join us in shaping the
future of health financing in Africa.
Agenda Overview
Day 1 – March 26,
2026
Opening Ceremony
Welcome address by the Ethiopian Minister of Health and WHO Africa Regional
Director
Keynote Speech 1
Speaker: Dr. Agnes Kalibata, President of AGRA
Topic: “Financing Health for Resilience: Lessons from Agricultural
Transformation”
Panel Discussions
- Innovative Financing for Universal Health
Coverage
- Public-Private Partnerships in Health
Infrastructure
- Health Insurance Penetration in Low-Income
Populations
- Leveraging Digital Health for Cost
Efficiency
- 5. Domestic Resource Mobilization for
Health
Networking Lunch
& Exhibitions
Panel Discussions (continued)
5. Domestic Resource Mobilization for Health
6. Climate Change and Health Financing
7. Accountability and Transparency in Health Budgets
8. Youth Engagement in Health Financing Advocacy
Day 2 – March 27,
2026
Keynote Speech 2
Speaker: Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Director-General, WTO
Topic: “Global Trade and Health Financing: Opportunities for Africa”
Panel Discussions
(continued)
6. Climate Change and Health Financing
7. Accountability and Transparency in Health Budgets
8. Youth Engagement in Health Financing Advocacy
Breakout Sessions & Workshops
- Country case studies
- Financing maternal and child health
- Health taxes and fiscal policy
