SAHTAC’s mission is to advocate for an enabling environment for research, development, and access to lifesaving innovations to those most in need.
South Africa
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How much does South Africa invest in health R&D and can we track where that funding goes? Our latest policy brief calls for greater transparency, accountability & investment tracking to strengthen health innovation and improve health outcomes.
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Research drives better health, stronger economies, and smarter policy. Yet Kenya's FY 2026/27 budget leaves questions about sustainable research financing.
The question is: Who will fund the science shaping our future?
#InvestInRnD #HealthRD #CHReaD
Join the conversation on local manufacturing of #Lenacapavir in South Africa and Africa.
We will discuss what it will take to expand access, strengthen African pharmaceutical manufacturing, and advance health sovereignty.
Register: bit.ly/4vo1aaD
#HIVPrevention
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Prof. Tivani Mashamba-Thompson spoke about the value of health research for influencing the national agenda and the implications of the 'research - policy - investment' gap and the need to ensure ongoing engagement between researchers and stakeholders: "impact-oriented research".
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Jonaten Daven from @Treasury_RSA Public Finance highlighted key points in the national budget process and the role of policy and decision-makers in determining health sector and health research and development (R&D) priorities and allocations.
Happening tomorrow!
As we mark #WorldTBDay, the conversation turns to a critical question: Are we investing enough, & do we know where the money is going?
Join us & leading voices across policy, research, & civil society.
🔗Register: bit.ly/4sDKgUk
ICYMI: The SAHTAC@10 Launch Webinar is now available to watch.
Catch the reflections on a decade of advocacy for equitable access to health technologies and the roadmap shaping the next decade.
🎥 Watch here: youtu.be/c7Zr2_McvRc
#SAHTAC10
In the media: SAHTAC Project Manager Sakhile Khaweka speaks to @cnbcafrica on unlocking Africa’s innovation potential through women in science and why African-led research, policy & collaboration matter for access to health technologies. @AHRIDA_
📽️:bit.ly/4aMKli1
📍Happening in 30 min!
SAHTAC turns 10! Join the SAHTAC@10 Launch Webinar as we reflect on a decade of advancing equitable access to health technologies and share our roadmap for the next decade.
🔗Register Here: bit.ly/3O66L59
#SAHTAC10 #HealthInnovation #AccessToMedicines
SAHTAC turns 10! Join the SAHTAC@10 Launch Webinar as we reflect on a decade of advancing equitable access to health technologies and share our roadmap for the next decade.
🔗Register Here: bit.ly/3O66L59
#SAHTAC10 #HealthInnovation #AccessToMedicines
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We applaud @SAHPRA1's regulatory excellence and collaboration with global partners to accelerate access to lifesaving innovations.
#HIVPrevention #PublicHealth #InnovationForHealth #Lenacapavir #HealthResearch
Satellite Session at #SAAIDS2025!
“We have to learn to create demand for HIV prevention and treatment, in South Africa and everywhere else, not just supply it.”
— Mitchell Warren, Executive Director, AVAC @PublicHealth
“We need to be wise in introducing lenacapavir — using it to reinvigorate, re-engineer, and fund HIV prevention at home, ensuring we own our prevention responses.”
— Dr. Thembi Xulu, CEO, SANAC @PublicHealth @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL
“Our call to action is clear: identify opportunities and innovate to accelerate HIV prevention, treatment, and care for key and vulnerable populations in South Africa.”
— Yvette Raphael, Executive Director, APHA #SAAIDS2025 @PublicHealth
Satellite Session at #SAAIDS2025!
Join us as we centre the voices of key & vulnerable populations in shaping South Africa’s HIV response.
#EndHIV #EndAIDS #HIVPrevention
Meet Professor Zodwa Dlamini, a South African scientist and molecular oncologist researching HIV‑related cancers and precancerous markers in impacted communities.
Her work is proof that when women lead, science transforms.
#WomenInHealthScience #SheLeadsScience #SAWomenLeadRDI
South Africa’s health and innovation future depends on bold investment in research, development & innovation. Fund the science that saves lives.
#WomenInHealthScience #InvestInInnovation #FundHerScience #SAWomenLeadRDI
