Professor Alice Lakati (Deputy Vice Chancellor, Research and Community Extension) and Marin MacLeod (Executive Director, Reach Alliance) at Amref International University in Nairobi, Kenya. Amref International University (AMIU) has joined the Reach Alliance, becoming its tenth university partner globally and third partner institution in Africa. The partnership marks a significant step in expanding research and leadership […]
On behalf of the Amref Health Africa Group, we extend our deepest condolences to the people and Government of Botswana, and to the family of His Excellency Festus Gontebanye Mogae, former President of the Republic of Botswana and founding Chancellor of Amref International University. President Mogae was a distinguished African statesman whose leadership, humility, and […]
Across Africa, innovation is not in short supply. Every year, universities produce brilliant research,bold ideas, and passionate young minds ready to solve the continent’s most pressing challenges.Yet, there is a gap. Only 5–8% of African startups originate from university incubators, and even fewer survivebeyond early stages. While ideas are abundant, pathways to transform them into […]
On 22nd April 2026, Amref International University (AMIU) hosted a dynamic Continuous Mentorship Education (CME) forum at Nile Hall, bringing together students, alumni, faculty, and partners from Kenyatta University College of Health Sciences (KU). Guided by the theme “Bridging Academia, Innovation and Health Systems for Lasting Change in Communities,” the forum created a powerful platform […]