The 5th International Conference on Public Health in Africa (CPHIA 2026) will take place from 23–27 November 2026 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, bringing together policymakers, researchers, healthcare professionals, innovators, development partners, civil society organizations, and youth from across Africa and around the world.
Co-hosted by the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC), the Government of Ethiopia, and in partnership with Informa, CPHIA 2026 is expected to host 30,000 in-person participants and more than 70,000 virtual attendees from over 100 countries. As Africa's flagship public health conference, the event will focus on defining the continent's pathway toward stronger, more resilient, and self-reliant health systems while advancing health security, innovation, and sustainable public health leadership.
Details About CPHIA 2026
- Host Country: Ethiopia
- Venue: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
- Conference Dates: 23–27 November 2026
- Conference Type: International Public Health Conference
- Co-hosts: Africa CDC & Government of Ethiopia
- Conference Partner: Informa
- Expected In-Person Participants: 30,000
- Expected Online Participants: 70,000+
- Countries Represented: 100+
- Conference Tracks: 8+
- Eligible Participants: Public Health Professionals, Researchers, Government Officials, Policymakers, Healthcare Workers, Civil Society, Youth, Development Partners, Academics, and Innovators
What Makes CPHIA 2026 Special?
CPHIA has grown into Africa's largest and most influential public health conference, providing a platform where governments, scientists, researchers, healthcare professionals, and development partners work together to shape the future of health across the continent.
The 2026 conference will place particular emphasis on strengthening Africa's health sovereignty by promoting locally driven solutions, sustainable health financing, scientific innovation, workforce development, and stronger partnerships. The event also supports the continent's efforts to reduce dependence on external assistance while building resilient health systems capable of responding to future public health emergencies.
Conference Highlights
The fifth edition of CPHIA is expected to bring together 30,000 participants in Addis Ababa and more than 70,000 online attendees from over 100 countries, making it one of the largest public health gatherings in Africa.
Throughout the five-day conference, participants will engage in more than eight conference tracks, high-level plenary sessions, technical presentations, policy dialogues, innovation showcases, exhibitions, networking events, and partnership meetings designed to address Africa's most pressing health challenges.
Conference Themes
The conference will feature discussions across multiple areas of public health, including:
- Health Security and Epidemic Preparedness
- Sustainable Health Financing
- Universal Health Coverage
- Public Health Research and Innovation
- Digital Health and Emerging Technologies
- Disease Prevention and Control
- Local Manufacturing of Health Products
- Health Workforce Development
- Climate Change and Health
- One Health Approaches
- Emergency Preparedness and Response
- Community Health Systems
- Youth Leadership in Public Health
- Regional and Global Health Partnerships
Objectives of the Conference
CPHIA 2026 aims to define Africa's pathway toward stronger, more resilient health systems through African-led leadership, innovation, and collaboration. The conference will promote knowledge sharing, strengthen partnerships between governments and institutions, encourage investment in public health systems, and support long-term strategies that improve health security across the continent.
It also seeks to create opportunities for researchers, policymakers, innovators, and development partners to exchange ideas and identify practical solutions that will transform public health in Africa.
Who Should Attend?
The conference welcomes participants from diverse professional backgrounds, including public health practitioners, healthcare workers, researchers, scientists, government officials, policymakers, development organizations, civil society representatives, university faculty, students, innovators, entrepreneurs, humanitarian organizations, and youth leaders.
Anyone committed to improving health systems, advancing research, promoting innovation, or strengthening public health across Africa will benefit from participating.
Benefits of Attending
Participants will gain access to one of Africa's largest public health networks while learning from leading experts and decision-makers. The conference provides opportunities to exchange knowledge, discover innovative health solutions, establish new partnerships, showcase research, explore funding opportunities, and contribute to shaping the future of public health across the continent.
Attendees will also benefit from networking with thousands of professionals representing governments, universities, international organizations, healthcare institutions, and the private sector.
How to Participate
Individuals interested in attending CPHIA 2026 should subscribe through the official conference website to receive programme announcements, registration updates, speaker information, and other important event notifications.
Once registration officially opens, participants will be able to complete the online registration process and apply for relevant opportunities, including abstract submissions, exhibitions, sponsorships, and side events.
Why You Should Attend
CPHIA 2026 offers a unique opportunity to join thousands of public health professionals and leaders working to transform Africa's health systems. Whether you are a researcher, policymaker, healthcare worker, student, or development practitioner, the conference provides valuable opportunities to learn, collaborate, build partnerships, and contribute to the future of public health in Africa.
Final Advice
Interest in CPHIA continues to grow every year. Subscribe to the official conference updates early so you receive registration announcements, programme details, and opportunities to participate as soon as they become available.
