Publications
Since 2022, AFIDEP has partnered with governments and stakeholders in Kenya, Malawi, Zambia, and Uganda to strengthen domestic health financing systems and accelerate progress toward universal health coverage (UHC). Through evidence generation, technical assistance, capacity strengthening, and strategic advocacy, AFIDEP has helped increase health budgets, improve efficiency and accountability in spending, and strengthen country ownership of financing reforms. The impact includes faster access to funds for health facilities, stronger programme-based budgeting, increased primary healthcare allocations, and millions of dollars mobilized for critical health services. This publication highlights how evidence-informed policymaking is helping African countries build more resilient, equitable, and sustainably […]
As noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) continue to rise across Sub-Saharan Africa, sustainable financing has become critical to strengthening health systems and improving access to prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. Developed by AFIDEP in collaboration with partners, this report examines the region’s NCD financing landscape, highlighting key challenges, emerging opportunities, and practical recommendations to strengthen domestic resource mobilisation, strategic purchasing, and governance for NCD care. Download the report to explore the evidence and insights shaping the future of sustainable NCD financing across Africa.
As non-communicable diseases (NCDs) continue to place a growing burden on Kenya’s health system, sustainable financing has become essential to ensuring effective prevention, treatment, and long-term care. This case study highlights how AFIDEP, the regional host of the Financing Accelerator Network for Non-Communicable Diseases (FAN) for Sub-Saharan Africa, is helping Kenya strengthen domestic financing for NCDs through technical support, peer learning, and catalytic funding. By fostering stronger coordination among key stakeholders, promoting the use of economic evidence, and supporting innovative approaches to resource mobilisation, FAN is helping shift the conversation from disease management to strategic investment in health. The story […]
As non-communicable diseases (NCDs) continue to place a growing burden on Kenya’s health system, sustainable financing has become essential to ensuring effective prevention, treatment, and long-term care. This case study highlights how AFIDEP, the regional host of the Financing Accelerator Network for Non-Communicable Diseases (FAN) for Sub-Saharan Africa, is helping Kenya strengthen domestic financing for NCDs through technical support, peer learning, and catalytic funding. By fostering stronger coordination among key stakeholders, promoting the use of economic evidence, and supporting innovative approaches to resource mobilisation, FAN is helping shift the conversation from disease management to strategic investment in health. The story […]
As Kenya advances its renewable energy and climate ambitions, evidence-informed policymaking is essential for delivering sustainable and inclusive energy solutions. This story highlights the journey of Peter Thobora, Deputy Director of Renewable Energy at the Ministry of Energy and Petroleum, whose participation in the Africa LEEPS project by AFIDEP strengthened his capacity to analyse, synthesise, and apply evidence in energy planning and policy development. From supporting the review of Kenya’s Energy Policy to advancing the use of the Kenya Carbon Emission Reduction Tool (KCERT 2050) and promoting gender-responsive energy planning, Peter’s experience demonstrates how building evidence-use capacity can drive more […]
How can research evidence be translated into meaningful action for maternal and newborn health? This inspiring story highlights the journey of Eunice Atsali, a midwife, academic, and policy advocate, whose participation in the Africa LEEPS Evidence-Informed Decision Making (EIDM) training strengthened her ability to translate evidence into policy, practice, and advocacy. From supporting the development of policy briefs and mentoring midwives to advancing gender-responsive decision-making and scaling up life-saving postpartum haemorrhage interventions across Kenya, Eunice’s experience demonstrates the power of evidence-informed leadership in driving health systems change. Download the impact story for details:
In Nairobi, Kenya, from May 6- 8, 2025, we gathered for the inaugural Evidence for Development (Evi4Dev) Conference, a landmark convening bringing together voices from across Africa and beyond to shape how data, evidence, and innovation can drive the continent’s development agenda. This “Call to Action: Optimising the Role of Data, Evidence, and Innovation in Africa’s Development Efforts document” reflects the collective input of 408 delegates from 29 countries, including policymakers, researchers, innovators, civil society, development partners, and youth, all committed to advancing data, evidence, and innovation in Africa’s development agenda. The Call-to-Action outlines priority areas across cross-cutting and sector-specific themes, including: […]
This evidence brief synthesises what works in advancing adolescent and youth sexual and reproductive health and rights across Africa. Drawing from programme evaluations, systematic and scoping reviews, and organisational documents, it highlights practical approaches for strengthening AYSRHR outcomes, including institutionalising programmes within government systems, engaging adolescents in programme design, addressing harmful social and gender norms, using innovation to expand access, and strengthening data systems. The brief provides actionable guidance for policymakers, programme managers, and partners working to improve SRHR outcomes for adolescents and young people across the continent. Click here to download
In Nairobi, Kenya, from May 6- 8, 2025, we gathered for the inaugural Evidence for Development (Evi4Dev) Conference, a landmark convening bringing together voices from across Africa and beyond to shape how data, evidence, and innovation can drive the continent’s development agenda. This “Call to Action: Optimising the Role of Data, Evidence, and Innovation in Africa’s Development Efforts document” reflects the collective input of 408 delegates from 29 countries, including policymakers, researchers, innovators, civil society, development partners, and youth, all committed to advancing data, evidence, and innovation in Africa’s development agenda. The Call-to-Action outlines priority areas across cross-cutting and sector-specific themes, including: […]
This comprehensive report, dated April 2026, reveals that Ghana is confronting deep-rooted structural challenges in addressing youth unemployment, despite a growing and increasingly educated young population. While young people constitute a significant share of the labour force, the economy continues to struggle to generate sufficient decent and sustainable employment opportunities, pushing many youth into vulnerable, low-paying, and informal work. The report highlights persistent mismatches between education and labour market demands, leaving many graduates without the practical and technical skills required by employers. At the same time, systemic governance weaknesses—including fragmented policy coordination, inconsistent implementation, inadequate financing, and political interference in […]
Adolescent pregnancy remains a critical public health and development challenge in Kenya, with significant health, social, and economic consequences for girls, their families, and the nation. Despite ongoing efforts, adolescent pregnancy rates in Kenya remain high, particularly in marginalised counties, posing a threat to national goals on health, education, gender equality, and socio-economic development. This evidence brief synthesises findings from 15 peer reviewed studies conducted in Kenya and other low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) to identify actionable interventions for reducing adolescent pregnancy. The evidence highlights a complex interplay of factors, ranging from poverty, harmful social norms, and weak enforcement of […]