Since its inception in 2018, the Galien Forum Africa has established itself as a premier high-level platform for scientific exchange and innovation in the health, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology sectors across the continent.
This prestigious annual event convenes Nobel Prize laureates, political leaders, experts, researchers, students, medical professionals, socio-anthropologists, biologists, innovators, investors, international organizations, civil society, and the private sector to address Africa’s most pressing health challenges.
The Forum provides a dynamic environment for high-level scientific discussions, fostering collaboration on common interests and priorities for Africa. Over the years, it has become a cornerstone event in the health ecosystem, shaping policies, research, and advancements that impact public health outcomes.
ARC was honored to participate as a Gold Sponsor at the Galien Forum Africa 2024, reinforcing our commitment to strengthening health systems across the continent.
Our Co-CEO, Bonface Fundafunda, contributed to the panel on Access to Quality Products and Medicines to Combat the Health Consequences of Climate and Environmental Crises in Africa, sharing valuable insights on improving supply chain efficiency in challenging environments.
ARC also engaged with key stakeholders at our booth, showcasing our initiatives, and attended the prestigious Presidential Ceremony, further deepening our collaborations for sustainable health solutions in Africa.
ARC’s Strategic Partnership with the Galien Association
The African Resource Center (ARC) has been an active partner of the Galien Association since 2022, contributing expertise and advocacy on strengthening Africa’s public health supply chain. Our engagement has grown significantly over the years:
2022 Edition: Accelerating Africa’s Progress Toward Universal Health Coverage
As a Silver Sponsor, ARC played a pivotal role in discussions on reproductive health and supply chain efficiency. Key contributions included:
- High-Level Roundtable on Reproductive Health in Africa, where ARC presented insights on building an efficient supply chain for Sexual & Reproductive Health (SRH) in Africa. Our advocacy emphasized:
- Sustainable funding mechanisms for SRH commodities.
- Outsourcing to optimize operational costs.
- Pooled procurement for enhanced supply chain efficiency.
Beyond the Forum, ARC continued to engage in key technical working groups and health forums:
- Future of Health and Economic Resiliency in Africa (FHERA): Participated in discussions on demographic dynamics, gender, and reproductive health with a focus on SRH commodities finance, supply chain optimization, and market shaping.
- One Sustainable Health (OSH) Forum (2022-2023): Explored strategies for building community resilience amid social and environmental crises through the Green Supply Chain approach.
2023 Edition: Tackling Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) in Africa
ARC elevated its engagement as a Platinum Sponsor, aligning with top-tier partners such as the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF) and the African Union Presidency.
Our contributions included:
- Women’s Forum Panel: ARC addressed gender disparities in access to NCD care, proposing solutions such as:
- Strengthening primary healthcare systems.
- Enhancing supply chain planning and last-mile distribution with a focus on community-based healthcare.
- Boosting supply chain financing through public health insurance models.
- Exhibition and Talent Development Strategy: ARC showcased its commitment to:
- Leveraging local expertise to drive long-term transformation in public health supply chains.
- Promoting capacity-building initiatives for sustainable health logistics.
- Advocating for Women’s Leadership in the sector.
- Strengthened Collaboration with Michel Sidibé: ARC expanded discussions on deepening partnerships with AMA and the African Union to enhance regional health systems and supply chain efficiencies.
ARC’s participation in the Galien Forum Africa reaffirms our commitment to transforming Africa’s public health supply chain landscape. By fostering strategic collaborations, driving thought leadership, and championing innovation, ARC continues to shape sustainable and resilient supply chain systems that improve health outcomes across the continent.
