World-Class Speakers

CPHIA 2026 Speakers

Learn from Africa's leading voices in public health, policy, and innovation

Keynote Speakers

Distinguished leaders delivering plenary addresses on the future of African health

Dr. Jean Kaseya

Dr. Jean Kaseya

Director General

Africa CDC

Leading Africa CDC's mission to strengthen the continent's health security and capacity to respond to disease threats.

Health SecurityContinental Leadership
H.E. Minister of Health

H.E. Minister of Health

Minister of Health

Federal Republic of Ethiopia

Championing Ethiopia's health transformation agenda and hosting CPHIA 2026 in Addis Ababa.

Health PolicyUHC
Dr. Matshidiso Moeti

Dr. Matshidiso Moeti

Regional Director for Africa

World Health Organization

First African woman to lead WHO Africa, driving initiatives for universal health coverage across the continent.

Global HealthWHO Africa
Prof. Salim Abdool Karim

Prof. Salim Abdool Karim

Director

CAPRISA

Renowned epidemiologist and HIV/AIDS researcher, providing scientific leadership during health emergencies.

EpidemiologyResearch

Become a Speaker at CPHIA 2026

Share your expertise with over 2,000 public health professionals from across Africa and beyond. We're looking for speakers who can contribute to meaningful discussions on the continent's health priorities.

Submit a proposal for a session or workshop
Present your research through abstract submission
Participate in panel discussions
Lead a satellite event or side meeting
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Expert Speakers

Building on a Legacy of Excellence

CPHIA has hosted heads of state, health ministers, Nobel laureates, and leading researchers from across the globe

WHO
Africa CDC
African Union
Gates Foundation
Wellcome Trust
PEPFAR
Global Fund
Gavi