Why Africa has to shape the future of its health systems

Africa finds itself ill-equipped to provide its citizens with crucial medical services in response to the growing prevalence of infectious diseases and illnesses that have emerged in the 21st Century, concurrent with a precipitous increase in noncommunicable diseases.

Healthcare systems in many African countries grapple with challenges ranging from outdated health policies, lack of vital medical resources, shortage of proficient healthcare professionals and inadequate infrastructure. Collectively, these deficiencies significantly hinder the capacity for Africa to create effective solutions suited to their populations.