pharmaconnect africa 2026

Lusaka, Zambia

6 - 8 October, 2026

Sustainable and Resilient Health Systems for Last-Mile Access in Africa.

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Sustainable and Resilient Health Systems for Last-Mile Access in Africa

In collaboration with Ecumenical Pharmaceutical Network (EPN) and Churches Health Association of Zambia (CHAZ)

The 4th edition of PharmaConnect Africa aims at providing a platform for key stakeholders and members to address the systemic challenges that hinder access to healthcare through knowledge exchange and sharing of best practices as well as lay a foundation for collaborative action in prioritizing the needs of the most vulnerable populations.

This will ensure strengthened health systems that are resilient, equitable and efficient as well as advancing the principle of leaving no one behind.

The forum will constitute:

a) A Pre-Conference

Expert led pre-conference workshops on transformative leadership and Using AI in supply chains, where delegates can learn how to prepare themselves for leading health systems and using AI effectively in supply chains and broader health systems. See the pre-conference pages to find more information on the two workshops.

b) Main conference

The main conference will convene policymakers, regulators, faith-based health leaders, , pharmaceutical manufacturers, and development
partners to explore practical strategies for strengthening sustainable and resilient health systems. Sessions will include high-level plenaries, thematic breakout discussions (World Café format), expert panels, and poster presentations. The conference will feature exhibitors and games for delegates.

Conference Objectives

 The 4th PharmaConnect Africa is guided by the following strategic objectives:

  1. Empower faith-based health leaders and networks to secure reliable domestic funding, engage in pre-budget dialogue, and influence national health policy and planning processes.
  2. Prioritize and advocate for the scale-up of primary health care systems to ensure that essential pharmaceutical services and technologies reach the most marginalized and remote communities.
  3. Identify, share, and institutionalize sustainable health financing models including Drug Revolving Funds, health insurance integration, and public-private partnerships to replace declining external aid.
  4. Share experiences and catalyze partnerships for advancing local pharmaceutical manufacturing, strengthening regulatory collaboration, and improving medicine quality assurance across the continent.
  5. Explore and accelerate the adoption of digital health tools, electronic dispensing and management systems, and climate-smart technologies to ensure supply chain continuity during emergencies and shocks.
  6. Highlight and codify best practices in clinical stewardship, rational medicine use, antimicrobial resistance containment, and patient safety across faith-based health facilities.
  7. Facilitate peer-to-peer learning and South-to-South exchange to share evidence-based solutions and strengthen collaboration across the broader faith-based health ecosystem.

Methodology

The Forum will employ a participatory, multi-format methodology designed to maximize engagement, knowledge exchange, and actionable outcomes. Methods will include:

  1. Pre-Conference Policy Think-Tank
  2. High-Level Plenaries
  3. World Café Breakout Discussions
  4. Poster Presentations
  5. Networking Sessions and Exhibition
  6. Document Launches and Panel Discussions
  7. Games for delegates

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Registration Fee

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Standard Registration

Pay Full Price
$ 400 Per Participant
  • Full-board conference package
  • Gala dinner on 8th October 2026

Early Bird Registration

Register Before 31st August
$400
$ 350 Per Participant
  • Full-board conference package
  • Gala dinner on 8th October 2026
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Standard Registration

Pay Full Price
$ 400 Per Participant
  • Full-board conference package
  • Gala dinner on 8th October 2026

The conference will be accredited by The CPD Group, UK.