Implementing Adolescent Health Services at the Facility Level
With support from Africa REACH, Latkings conducted a stakeholders' meeting graced by diverse partners such Pastors, Teachers, policy makers, facility personnel, beneficiaries, foot
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Latkings Outreach Advocates conduct feasibility studies at Adolescent Friendly Spaces
Embarking on a mission for change, Latkings Advocates delved into the heart of Zambia's youth health landscape. From scrutinizing government policies to hands-on exploration of ado
Latkings Advocacy Team Addresses Non-Adherence in Adolescents
On 17th October, 2023, the Latkings Advocacy Team visited Chipata Level One Hospital and met with local adolescents to discuss and learn about the challenges young people face in
HIGH RATE OF TREATMENT DEFAULTERS A DISTRICT CONCERN – FPP
The Lusaka District Health Office is concerned with the high number of adolescents dropping out of care at various points along the treatment pathway. Sister Ntitima Phiri who is F
Op-Ed: Women are Key to Africa’s Development: A Call for Renewed Commitment to Advancing Africa’s Women’s Health and Well-being!
As we commemorate Pan-African Women’s Day, we are reminded of the significant strides we have made towards gender equality and women’s empowerment on our continent. However, we
Africa REACH Launches the ‘Call to Action: Ending AIDS in Children in Africa’ together with a coalition of Africa-based and Africa-led advocacy partners.
Africa REACH is proud to present our comprehensive Call to Action: Ending AIDS in Children in Africa. This document outlines the steps needed to accelerate progress in combating pa
Africa REACH Leadership Council Members’ Annual Virtual Meeting: Key Highlights and Next Steps
The recent Africa REACH Leadership Council Members’ Annual Virtual Meeting convened our strategic and thought leaders to discuss the organisation’s advocacy efforts, resource m
EGPAF Communications and Advocacy Community of Practice (COP) Conference 2024
Africa REACH attended the EGPAF Communications and Advocacy Community of Practice (COP) conference held in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, from 14-16 May 2024. This annual event, organis
World Health Day: My Health, My Right.
April 7 was World Health Day under the theme 'My Health, My Right.' To echo this important message and amplify the voices of young people involved in the HIV response, as well as t
AFRICA REACH ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY NEWSLETTER
As we reflect on the past 12 months, we recognise the need to catalyse a new action agenda. The urgency of our mission demands continuous innovation, bold initiatives, and a relent
ICASA 2023: Reflecting on Key Moments
The 22nd edition of the International Conference on AIDS and STIs in Africa (ICASA) convened in Harare, Zimbabwe, drawing together a diverse array of global health experts, policym
A Call for Action: Upholding the Commitment to 15% Domestic Funding for Health in Africa
In 2001, in the historic city of Abuja, Nigeria, African Heads of State and Government gathered at a Special Summit to address the exceptional challenges posed by HIV/AIDS, Tubercu
#IDGYouthTakeover International Day of the Girl Child
On International Day of the Girl Child (11 0ctober), Africa REACH collaborated with PATA, youth networks and the African Union through CARMMAPlus to amplify the voices of young peo
The Africa Union Commissions CARMMA Plus Partners’ Meeting
The CARMMA Plus partners’ meeting included some of the organisations that work with CARMMA activities and assist in the prioritization of RMNCAH. The strong partnerships establis
A Call from the Heart: Let’s Embrace Breastfeeding and End Vertical HIV Transmission in Africa
We call upon political leaders across the region to strengthen policies, increase budgets, and prioritize ending vertical transmission of HIV in Africa by 2025. Together, we can sh
Africa REACH Leadership Council Virtual Meeting
The Africa REACH Leadership Council meets officially, twice a year, once in-person and one virtual meeting. This meeting was the first convening of the Council members post-launch.
Africa REACH Newsletter- Issue 1: August 2023
During the first half of 2023, Africa REACH focused on mapping out and finalising its 2023-2025 strategy. This was initiated with the Africa REACH Launch which took place in Febru
Africa Public Service Day- A Brief Timeline
23 June is recognized as Africa Public Service Day which reflects on the virtue of public and community service. #APSD originates from the first Pan African Conference of Ministers
Day of the African Child- Africa REACH, CARMMAPlus and African Union Commission Joint Message
Recently, Africa REACH Leadership Council member and Youth Envoy for the African Union Commission Chido Cleopatra Mpemba successfully presented and defended a request on behalf of
EGPAF Communications and Advocacy Conference-Tanzania
Africa REACH attends the annual EGPAF Communications and Advocacy (C&A) Conference 10-12 May 2023 The EGPAF Communications and Advocacy conference is an annual gathering of the
Menstrual Hygiene Day-Africa REACH
Africa REACH Leadership Council Members using their platforms to advocate for menstrual equity.
Africa REACH’s World Immunization Week 2023 Message from Professor Linda-Gail Bekker
Towards the end of World Immunization Week 2023, Africa REACH spoke with Pofessor Linda Gai-Bekker, CEO of the Desmond Tutu Health Foundation about the fight for the HIV vaccine. I
Request for Grant Proposals
Africa REACH is seeking applications from legally registered African-based civil society organizations (CSO) and/or community-based organizations (CBO) to facilitate community-led
Africa REACH Wrap-up of International Women’s Month
On International Women’s Day, the Business Council for International Understanding (BCIU) convened a virtual roundtable featuring Africa REACH Leadership Council member H.E.
Press release: An Africa-led initiative launched at the African Union 2023 Heads of States Summit to tackle AIDS in children and young people in Africa
On February 19, 2023, Africa Reaching the End of AIDS in Children and Youth in Africa by 2025 (Africa REACH) was launched in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia at the Organisation of First Ladi
World AIDS Day
World AIDS Day 1 December 2022, Worldwide This World AIDS Day, the Africa REACH Leadership Council is calling on African communities, governments and the private sector t
Africa REACH Soft-Launch at the International Workshop on Adolescents and HIV
5-7 October 2022 What was the Objective of the Meeting? The International Workshop on Adolescents and HIV, hosted by Virology Education, took place from the 5- 7 October 2022 and h
Africa REACH, Desmond Tutu Health Foundation and ViiV Healthcare Youth Engagement Workshop
Optimising on youth voices to support ending Paediatric AIDS in Africa On August 24th, Africa REACH hosted a youth engagement event in collaboration with ViiV Healthcare and the De
Africa REACH Leadership Council Inaugural Meeting
29 June 2022- Virtual The Africa REACH initiative led by the Leadership Council Chair, H.E Mrs. Monica Geingos-the First Lady of Namibia and President of OAFLAD, invited multiple A