Mission and Vision

Mission and Vision

Our mission is to strengthen health systems in Southern Africa through inclusive, high-quality, and low-cost research that responds to real-world challenges. We are committed to building research capacity, empowering emerging scholars, and translating evidence into action that improves lives and promotes equity across the region.


We envision a future where research is locally driven, widely accessible, and deeply connected to the communities it serves. By fostering collaboration across borders and disciplines, we aim to develop a vibrant network of researchers, practitioners, and partners working together to create lasting impact in health and development.

Values

Values

Equity

Collaboration

Accessibility

Integrity

Meet the Team

Meet the Team

Executive Committee

Projects Team

Education Team

Promotions Team

Regional Representatives

The Executive Committee

Dr Savannah Verhage

Chair

Dr Robyn Kamau

Vice Chair

Dr Zi Yang He

Vice Chair

Dr Michelle Anderson

Secretary

Executive Committee

Projects Team

Education Team

Promotions Team

Regional Representatives

The Executive Committee

Dr Savannah Verhage

Chair

Dr Zi Yang He

Vice Chair

Dr Robyn Kamau

Vice Chair

Dr Michelle Anderson

Secretary

Executive Committee

Projects Team

Education Team

Promotions Team

Regional Representatives

The Executive Committee

Dr Savannah Verhage

Chair

Dr Zi Yang He

Vice Chair

Dr Robyn Kamau

Vice Chair

Dr Michelle Anderson

Secretary

Executive Committee

Projects Team

Education Team

Promotions Team

Regional Representatives

The Executive Committee

Dr Savannah Verhage

Chair

Dr Zi Yang He

Vice Chair

Dr Robyn Kamau

Vice Chair

Dr Michelle Anderson

Secretary

Executive Committee

Projects Team

Education Team

Promotions Team

Regional Representatives

The Executive Committee

Dr Savannah Verhage

Chair

Dr Zi Yang He

Vice Chair

Dr Robyn Kamau

Vice Chair

Dr Michelle Anderson

Secretary

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