Social determinants like education and housing
Shaping the future of advanced health systems across the continent
Healthcare from hospitals and clinics
public health initiatives, health insurance, and cutting-edge medical research
Empowering Potentials & Capacity Building
Unlocking individual's full potential with our comprehensive capacity building programs.
Safeguarding Our Environmental Health
Explore the intersection of ecology and public health with our comprehensive resources on environmental health
Implementing Measures for Climatic Change
Explore the intersection of ecology and public health with our comprehensive resources on environmental health
About Aitha
Who We Are
AITHA stands as a visionary organization positioned to shape the future of health systems across the continent.
Africa is a continent of immense potential, diverse cultures, and rich histories. Yet, it is also home to complex health challenges, where access to quality healthcare remains a pressing concern. Recognizing these challenges as opportunities for transformation, AITHA is born out of a profound commitment to catalyzing change through evidence, innovation, and capacity strengthening.
Our Mission
To advance the health and well-being of all African nations by becoming a leading force in the creation and implementation of evidence-based policies, robust health system implementation strategies, and capacity-strengthening initiatives.
Our Vision
To become a globally recognized leader in evidence-based policy development and implementation, data-driven decision-making, and capacity building.
Our Areas of Focus
Key Emphases
Mortality
Mortality is often expressed as a mortality rate, which is the number of deaths per unit of population, usually per 1,000 or 100,000 individuals, during a specified time period.
Climate Change
This is primarily driven by human activities, such as the burning of fossil fuels and deforestation, which release greenhouse gases into the atmosphere, leading to an enhanced greenhouse effect
Environmental Health
This encompasses the assessment and management of environmental factors that can impact well-being, such as air and water quality, hazardous substances, and the overall state of ecosystems
Health Systems
We delve into the intricate web of healthcare, exploring its various components and how they collaborate to enhance well-being. From hospitals and clinics to public health initiatives, health insurance, and cutting-edge medical research
Social Determinants
We explore the powerful impact of social and economic factors on health outcomes. Social determinants encompass a range of influences such as socioeconomic status, education, housing, and community resources, which significantly shape an individual's well-being
Planetary health
Mortality is often expressed as a mortality rate, which is the number of deaths per unit of population, usually per 1,000 or 100,000 individuals, during a specified time period.
Cancer
We're dedicated to providing comprehensive information about cancer – a complex group of diseases characterized by the uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells
Diabetes
We provide comprehensive information on diabetes, a chronic condition affecting millions worldwide. Explore our articles, guides, and resources to better understand the different types of diabetes.
Innovations for collecting and generating new data e.g. electronic data collection, satellite datasets and geospatial.
Our deliverables in 5-10 years
Empower researchers.
Build an enabling environment that empowers researchers to accelerate new discoveries.
Enhanced Partnership .
Partner with existing organization for research use support.
Unlock New Datasets.
Harmonize existing datasets, analysis and make them available to other users.
Innovations for collecting and generating new data e.g
Electronic data collection, satellite datasets and geospatial.