Africa investment summit: concept note

Abstract

The Africa Investment Summit on Health is an African-led partnership among the Economic Commission for Africa, the African Business Coalition for Health, and the National Institutes of Health to catalyze substantial investment in local pharmaceutical manufacturing capacity. The aim of the partnership is to bring together businesses, governments, development institutions and philanthropists to significantly increase access to vital health commodities and supplies in Africa. The initiative will be launched at a high-level virtual summit on 20 September 2021, followed by a series of international events to galvanize businesses and leaders around the world to drive transformative action.