THE CONVENING
PAWH 2026 CONFERENCE
Strong Roots, Bold Futures: African Women in Health
26–27 August 2026 | Johannesburg, South Africa
This action-oriented gathering will create space for sharing innovation, building influence, and co-designing the future of African women’s leadership in health - grounded in collaboration and scientific advancement.
2026 THEME
What now? African Women’s role in the new global health architecture
01
COLLABORATION & COLLECTIVE ACTION
02
LEADERSHIP, TALENT & INNOVATION
03
SYSTEMS & THE FUTURE OF HEALTH
04
WELLBEING & UBUNTU PURPOSE
PARTICIPANTS
200–250 LEADERS
Emerging & established women leaders, global health institutions, private sector, philanthropy, impact investors, and research partners.
Interested in joining the conference?
Register your interest here.PARTNER WITH US
Align with African women shaping the future of health. We welcome organisations focused on:
- Gender equity and women’s leadership
- Stronger African health systems
- Innovation, science, and technology
- Equitable global health governance