Healthcare and Economic Growth in Africa: Public-Private Partnerships

This article, the third in a series delving into the findings of the Healthcare and Economic Growth in Africa (HEGA) report, offers insight into the opportunities for public-private partnerships (PPPs) in African healthcare. Previous articles in the series focused on digital health in Africa and innovative financing techniques for bridging the health financing gap. Why PPPs? The financing gap for … Read More

New report takes you inside Africa’s premier event on health and business

The Africa Business: Health Forum, held on the margins of the African Union summit in Addis Ababa on 12th February 2019, was the culmination of efforts by Aliko Dangote Foundation, GBCHealth and the UN Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) to help mobilize private sector resources and expertise in order to strengthen health systems and consequently transform health outcomes across the … Read More

Business and the Effort to Leave No One Behind

By Mabingue Ngom, Regional Director West Africa, UNFPA For years too many of us striving to improve the lives of fellow Africans have picked their focus – education or health, babies or mothers – and channeled their efforts in one direction. But in 2015, politicians and development partners came together and agreed it’s time for a new approach. Our work … Read More

GBCHealth Announces Finalists of the Second Round of 2016 Business Action on Health Awards

GBCHealth is pleased to announce the finalists of the 2016 Business Action on Health Awards in the categories of: Partnerships for Global Health, Community Programs—Focus on Global Health Security, and Workforce & Workplace Engagement. This select group of finalists represents best-in-class initiatives among private sector actors to make the world a safer and healthier place to live. Championing a variety … Read More

Event Takeaways | 2016 Best in Business Action: Women & Girls

Friday, June 24 2016 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM EDT In Lucknow, India, Dr. Singh and her staff are now better able to meet the needs of their patients after having received quality of care trainings and tailored plans to improve their private health service. “Our mindset about motherhood has completely changed,” she says. “If we can assist in the … Read More

The Accessibility Platform: A New Tool to Address Supply Chain Challenges

Today, the global health community is more focused on supply chain challenges than ever – as multi-lateral donors disburse grant funding for commodity procurement, countries need to be prepared to efficiently absorb and utilize these funds for maximum impact.  And, even when procurement capacity is strong, last mile delivery challenges persist. Even the most effective, innovative drugs are rendered useless … Read More

Applications Open for Second Round of 2016 GBCHealth Business Action on Health Awards

Applications are now open for the 2016 GBCHealth Business Action on Health Awards in the categories of: Partnerships for Global Health, Community Programs—Focus on Global Health Security, and Workforce & Workplace Engagement. Apply now and share with your networks. The GBCHealth Business Action on Health Awards honor companies that exemplify a spirit of innovation and dedication to outstanding achievements in global … Read More

Johnson & Johnson Wins 2016 GBCHealth Business Action on Health Award: Focus on Women & Girls

GBCHealth’s Business Action on Health Awards have been an important tool to recognize corporate leadership and commitment to improving global health through the implementation of high-impact, evidence-based health programs. This year, GBCHealth introduced a new award category to emphasize the importance of investing in the health of women and girls. GBCHealth is proud to announce Johnson & Johnson’s Private-Sector Pioneer in Fostering … Read More

GBCHealth Announces Winner of the 2016 Women & Girls Business Action on Health Award

Award Recognizes Business Leadership in Improving the Health and Well-Being of Women and Girls May 17, 2016 – Copenhagen, Denmark – Today, GBCHealth announced Johnson & Johnson as the winner of the 2016 Women and Girls Business Action on Health Award for the company’s innovative partnerships to prevent and treat obstetric fistula. Alongside Johnson & Johnson, BASF, MSD and Philips … Read More

GBCHealth Announces Finalists in the 2016 Business Action on Health Awards: Focus on Women and Girls

GBCHealth is proud to announce the nine finalists for the 2016 Business Action on Health Award: Focus on Women & Girls. Of the record number of companies who applied for the Award, the select group of finalists exemplifies best-in-class initiatives from around the world. The selected programs cover a wide range of interventions from nutrition projects to innovative technologies to … Read More