Health Employment - Africa Health Collaborative

Impact of Employment on Africa

The Health Employment Pillar (HEMP) addresses the chronic mismatch between the demand for healthcare and the supply of a skilled health workforce in Africa, aiming to bridge this crucial gap.

In the HEMP pillar, our university partners initially identify critical skills gaps within national health systems, subsequently developing and delivering bespoke academic and professional training for primary healthcare workers and health professionals.

The inclusion of community health workers in these capacity-building programs remains a key strategy for supporting improved health delivery services at all levels. A focal point of HEMP is enhancing the leadership capacities of women in the health and public health sectors, thereby addressing gender inequities in Africa’s health human resources.

The diverse array of programs collaboratively created and implemented under HEMP plays a crucial role in cultivating an empowered and proficient health workforce, pivotal for responsive and efficient health systems.

The Power of Partnership

Our Goal and how HEMP and Partners work together

Expand capacity to train primary health care workers to meet growing demand.

Under the Health Employment Pillar, Health Collaborative Partners co-create medical residencies, and academic and professional programs, leveraging a ‘Train the Trainers’ (ToT) approach to significantly expand the number of skilled primary healthcare professionals.

Explore HEMP Activities

Certificate in Biomedical Engineering

Addis Ababa University

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Observership in Radiation Oncology

Addis Ababa University, University of Toronto

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BSc. in Biological Engineering

Ashesi University

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Critical Care Medicine Clinical Fellowship

Addis Ababa University, University of Toronto

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Doctor of Public Health

Dalla Lana School of Public Health, University of Toronto

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Fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

Addis Ababa University, University of Toronto

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Fellowship in Neurology

Addis Ababa University, University of Toronto

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Fellowship in Palliative Medicine

Addis Ababa University, University of Toronto

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Introduction to Community Emergency Care

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, University of Toronto

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Introduction to Emergency Preparedness and Response to Pandemics

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, University of Toronto

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Introduction to Healthcare Quality Improvement for Health Professionals

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, University of Toronto

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Introduction to Palliative Care

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, University of Toronto

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Introduction to Pre-Hospital Emergency Care

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, University of Toronto

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Junior Faculty Development Program

Dalla Lana School of Public Health, Moi University, University of Toronto

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Masters in Emergency and Critical Care Nursing

Addis Ababa University, University of Toronto

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Observership in Cardiology

Addis Ababa University, University of Toronto

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Observership in Endocrinology

Addis Ababa University, University of Toronto

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Observership in Gastroenterology

Addis Ababa University, University of Toronto

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Observership in Hematology

Addis Ababa University, University of Toronto

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Observership in Infectious Disease

Addis Ababa University, University of Toronto

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Observership in Medical Imaging

Addis Ababa University, University of Toronto

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Observership in Nephrology

Addis Ababa University, University of Toronto

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Women in Global Health Leadership Fellowship Program

Dalla Lana School of Public Health, Moi University, University of Cape Town, University of Toronto

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Collaborative Research: Monitoring, Evaluation, Learning & Adaptation (MELA) @ 3-year external evaluation: HEMP + HECO

University of Toronto

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Collaborative Research: Monitoring, Evaluation, Learning & Adaptation (MELA) @ Addis Ababa University

Addis Ababa University

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Collaborative Research: Monitoring, Evaluation, Learning & Adaptation (MELA) @ African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS)

African Institute for Mathematical Sciences

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Collaborative Research: Monitoring, Evaluation, Learning & Adaptation (MELA) @ African Leadership University

African Leadership University

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Collaborative Research: Monitoring, Evaluation, Learning & Adaptation (MELA) @ Amref International University (Kenya) & Amref Health Africa

Amref International University

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Collaborative Research: Monitoring, Evaluation, Learning & Adaptation (MELA) @ Ashesi University

Ashesi University

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Collaborative Research: Monitoring, Evaluation, Learning & Adaptation (MELA) @ Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology

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Collaborative Research: Monitoring, Evaluation, Learning & Adaptation (MELA) @ Moi University

Moi University

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Collaborative Research: Monitoring, Evaluation, Learning & Adaptation (MELA) @ University of Cape Town

University of Cape Town

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Collaborative Research: Monitoring, Evaluation, Learning & Adaptation (MELA) @ University of Toronto

University of Toronto

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Leaders in Health: DFCM [name not confirmed yet]

Addis Ababa University, University of Cape Town, University of Toronto

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Leaders in Health: Global Nursing Program

Addis Ababa University, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, University of Toronto

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Leaders in Health: TBC

Addis Ababa University, University of Toronto

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Leaders in Health: Women Global Health Leadership Fellowship

University of Cape Town, University of Toronto

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Masters in Epidemiology of Communicable Diseases

African Institute for Mathematical Sciences, University of Toronto

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MPH/ MSc. in Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs)

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, University of Toronto

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PhD in Field Epidemiology & Biostatistics

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, University of Toronto

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PhD in Non-Communicable Diseases

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, University of Toronto

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Meet the Ventures Showcasing at the 2026 Africa Health Collaborative Annual Convening

These ventures advancing primary healthcare, entrepreneurship and health systems strengthening across Africa will showcase their innovations at the 2026 Annual AHC Convening.

2027-2028 Doctor of Public Health Scholarships Open

We are pleased to announce the start of the 2027-2028 Mastercard Foundation graduate scholarship recruitment at the University of Toronto. This doctoral scholarship opportunity is open to recent alumni and graduating students at our Africa Health Collaborative partner universities. These graduate scholarships will be awarded to individuals who have demonstrated academic excellence in associated health-related disciplines […]

Apply for Research Seed Grants from Moi University and the University of Toronto

Apply for the Research Seed Grants by Moi University and the University of Toronto. Eligible researchers can receive up to CAD $5,000 in seed funding to strengthen research capacity, generate new knowledge, and foster long-term institutional collaborations.

Young Leaders Redefining What Health Work in Africa Means

This International Youth Day, read about how the AHC’s young leaders are challenging traditional ideas and reimagining health work, strengthening health systems, and building the future of healthcare across Africa.

From Nurse to Changemaker: Betty Etornam Yibor’s Mission to Keep Girls in School

Read about how Betty Etornam Yibor is combining healthcare, advocacy, and social impact to improve the lives of girls and communities across Ghana.

Photos of 6 WGHLF beneficiaries titled My Journey to Health for International Women's Day 2026 Give to Gain

#IWD2026: Give to Gain—The Ripple Effect of Investing in Women Leaders in Global Health

Read about how fellows from the Women in Global Health Leadership Fellowship are leading and strengthening health systems across Africa.

Apply for KNUST’s CPD-Eligible Short Courses in Health Systems and Services Management

Applicants must meet the following requirements to qualify for the scholarship: Short Courses and Timelines 23rd – 27th February 2026: Emergency Preparedness and Response to Epidemic/Pandemic-Prone Diseases 10th – 14th February 2026: Community Emergency Care 24th – 27th February 2026: Palliative Care Module 1 23rd – 27th March 2026: Introduction to Healthcare Quality Improvement (IQI) […]

Graduate Scholarship Opportunities at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology

Apply for graduate (MPh, MSc, MPhil, PhD) scholarships at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology.

Displaced into Purpose: From Kakuma Refugee Camp to the World Health Organization

This is the story of a young person’s journey from Kakuma Refugee Camp to the WHO – showing how lived experience can drive innovation in global health My name is Kuol Maper Alier. I was born in South Sudan, but my early life was shaped by displacement, resilience, and a relentless pursuit of purpose. I […]

Internship Opportunities Open in Ghana

The Africa Health Collaborative Secretariat is seeking two interns based in Ghana to support the communications team. See details of the two roles below. Communications Associate Position Overview The Communications Associate will play a key role in driving Africa Health Collaborative’s visibility and storytelling efforts. This individual will research priority health topics, engage partners and program leads, […]

A Tribe Forged in Health: Leadership and Lifelong Bonds at WGHLF 2025

Leadership Coaching and Candid Conversations Kenyan leadership coach and governance expert, Dr. Susan Kinyeki, led a leadership coaching session that encouraged deep reflection on personal leadership journeys, identifying the ‘why ‘ and embracing the power of your voice. The highlight was a series of candid conversations with some of the most accomplished African female leaders in […]