Githinji Gitahi, Amref Health Africa

Dr. Githinji Gitahi joined Amref Health Africa in 2015. He has worked in various positions within the health, media, and private sectors. Prior to joining Amref, he served as the Vice President and Regional Director for Africa at Smile Train International. Dr. Gitahi is renowned as a leader on both the global and regional fronts, with notable achievements including co-chairing the global UHC2030 movement, serving on the Commission on Africa’s COVID-19 Response, and formerly serving on the Governing Board of Africa CDC. Additionally, he serves on the Board of the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI) and the Board of Trustees of the Safaricom Foundation. He was recently appointed to the Board of the Food for Education Foundation. Dr. Gitahi is a vocal advocate for pro-poor Universal Health Coverage and leads the largest thought leadership convening on the African health agenda.