Amref International University (AMIU) is taking another step towards advancing health systems in Africa through a proposed strategic partnership with the County Government of Kwale. The University’s Vice Chancellor, Prof. Joachim Osur, today held discussions with the Governor of Kwale County, H.E. Fatuma Achani, on a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that will support the county’s efforts […]
Amref International University (AMIU) has celebrated its 7th Graduation Ceremony, awarding qualifications to over 600 graduates across certificate, diploma, higher diploma, bachelor’s and master’s programmes. Held under the theme “Raising Leaders for Africa’s Health Transformation,” the ceremony celebrated a new generation of health professionals ready to strengthen health systems, advance innovation and improve health outcomes across Africa. With […]
Theme: Celebrating Our Roots, Embracing Our Culture For five unforgettable days, Amref International University (AMIU) transformed into a vibrant tapestry of cultures, colors, traditions, and creativity as students, faculty, and staff came together to celebrate Cultural Week 2026 under the theme: “Celebrating Our Roots, Embracing Our Culture.” Held from 8th to 12th June 2026 at […]
Amref International University (AMIU) has been ranked 4th in Kenya in the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings 2025, reaffirming its commitment to advancing sustainable development through health sciences education, research, innovation and partnerships. The results of the annual rankings were released on 18 June 2025 during the Times Higher Education Global Sustainable Development Congress. The THE Impact Rankings assess universities worldwide against the United Nations […]
What does international collaboration look like in practice? For Amref International University (AMIU), it looks like meaningful conversations across continents, shared learning between institutions, and creating opportunities that expand both institutional and individual growth. From 18–22 May 2026, AMIU participated in the Erasmus+ KA171 Mobility Days hosted by the University of Alcalá in Alcalá de […]
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 […]
The Future of Work in Primary Health Care (PHC): Emerging Roles and Skillsets Primary Health Care (PHC) remains the foundational pillar for strengthening health systems, including progress towards the achievement of Universal Health Coverage (UHC). For this to be realised, PHC must be redesigned to strengthen the health workforce to be resilient, responsive, inclusive, and digitally enabled. It […]
The final day of the 2nd Primary Health Care Congress brought together policymakers, researchers, development partners, and academic leaders to examine how technology, innovation, and collaborative leadership can accelerate Primary Health Care reforms across Africa. Discussions throughout the day explored how digital health, artificial intelligence, climate-resilient health systems, and workforce development can strengthen health systems […]
The second day of the 2nd Primary Health Care Congress brought together policymakers, researchers, development partners, and frontline health practitioners to examine how leadership, innovation, and community-led approaches can strengthen Primary Health Care systems across Africa. Building on the momentum from the opening day, discussions on Day Two focused on practical solutions that countries are […]