5th International Conferenceon Public Health in Africa(CPHIA 2026)

November 23–27, 2026

Ethiopia, Addis Ababa

30,000+ Expected Attendees

Africa's Health Security and Sovereignty: Transformation from health dependency and vulnerability to ownership and resilience
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Why attend CPHIA 2026?

Be part of Africa's most influential health convening.

  • 10 Years of Africa CDC

  • Africa's Health Security & Sovereignty

  • High-level Policy Dialogue

  • African Innovation and Solutions

  • Partnership, Investment and Action

Summit Experience

What to Expect at CPHIA 2026

Five days of transformative discussions, groundbreaking research presentations, and unparalleled networking opportunities

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High-Level Policy Dialogue

Engage with Heads of State and Governments, Ministers, global health leaders and the Diplomatic corp

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Scientific Sessions

Over 100 sessions featuring cutting-edge research and Innovations for evidence-based policies and actions

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Innovation, financing and Investment opportunities

Showcase breakthrough health products and technologies, especially African solutions

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Networking and experience the spirit of Africa

Connect with 30,000+ delegates from across Africa and the global health community and experience the rich cultural heritage of Ethiopia

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Awards & Recognition

Celebrate excellence in African health research and innovation, especially for young scientists

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Partnership and Collaboration

Forge strategic partnerships to advance health security and sovereignty across the continent

Programme experience

CPHIA 2026 will feature comprehensive tracks addressing the most pressing public health challenges facing Africa

Africa at the center of continental and global priority setting

Themes in this track

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    Mainstreaming Africa’s health security and sovereignty in the ongoing discussions in the global health architecture reforms and international health instruments

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    Showcasing how African countries and institutions are defining national health priorities, reducing dependency on fragmented donor cycles, and implementing multiyear, nationally financed health investment and sustainable plans

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    Strengthening country-led partnership models that align external support with national priorities, reinforce government stewardship and operationalise the Lusaka agenda and related commitments on aid effectiveness and accountability

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    Showcasing results from country-owned and funded health investments blueprints: Moving from donor-driven project cycles to nationally led, multiyear health sovereignty and sustainability plans

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    Leveraging Africa’s collective voice in WHO, WTO, UNGA and other multilateral fora to secure equitable access to medicines, vaccines, diagnostics and other health technologies, while advancing African manufacturing, regulatory capability and market access.

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    Advancing South-south collaboration for equitable access to medicines, vaccines, and health technologies produced on the continent

Participate

Calls for Participation

Multiple opportunities to contribute to CPHIA and share your work with Africa's public health community.

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Call for Abstracts

Submit your research findings aligning with conference tracks for consideration for presentation at CPHIA 2026

Deadline

September 15th, 2026

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Side Events

Submit your application to host your own session during the conference week

Deadline

September 15th, 2026

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Exhibitions

Apply for space to showcase your health innovations and technologies

Deadline

September 15th, 2026

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Scholarships

Submit high quality abstracts for potential consideration for travel scholarships to attend CPHIA 2026

Deadline

September 15th, 2026

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Addis Ababa
Ethiopia

Addis Ababa

Conference Venue

Experience Ethiopia's Capital

Addis Ababa, the diplomatic capital of Africa and home to the African Union headquarters, welcomes CPHIA 2026. The city offers a unique blend of rich history, diverse culture, and modern infrastructure.

Getting There

Bole International Airport with direct flights from major cities worldwide

Accommodation

Wide range of hotels from luxury to budget-friendly options near venue

Local Cuisine

Experience authentic local cuisine and world-class coffee

Conference Venue

State-of-the-art conference facilities at Ethiopia

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Conference Highlights

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Scientific Sessions

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Innovation Showcase

Innovation Showcase

African health tech innovations on display

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CPHIA2023, Closing Ceremony

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CPHI2026, Host Announcement

CPHI2026, Host Announcement

CPHI2026, Host Announcement

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