Women in Africa are the pillars of their families and communities. They serve as the life-givers, mothers, peacemakers, entrepreneurs and the providers of care for children and the elderly. However, they bear a disproportionately large share of the global disease burden and death. Women in Africa are more likely to die from communicable diseases (e.g. HIV, tuberculosis and malaria), maternal and perinatal conditions, and nutritional deficiencies, than women in other regions of the world.

AHBS VII was a full-day highly interactive hybrid event, allowing both in-person and virtual participation, welcoming eminent health experts, business leaders and development partners to discuss, share information and provide lessons learned on key areas that affect women’s health in Africa.