We are reimagining Health
To effectively engage the African youth in innovatively promoting holistic health in communities across the continent through research, health education, low-cost targeted interventions, advocacy and networking.
Leading the way to a Healthy Africa
To foster health equity for human development in Africa.
We give the African youth a platform to implement innovative ideas, learn, network and we invest in the continent's development by innovatively improving the healthcare of her people.
We are moved by the poor human development index in the majority of Africa which lack of quality healthcare is a major contributor. We appreciate that this can improve if we get involved.
We believe we have a unique opportunity to achieve improved healthcare in Africa by working with young people at the grassroots who have the ideas, innovation and the passion.
Our Strategies
Research
We contribute to the scientific body of knowledge through publications from data gathered in the course of our projects, while fully engaging networking members in research training.
Health Education
We believe that access to health information is the most effective tool to achieve behavioural health changes towards positive health outcomes and also the cheapest intervention.
Advocacy
We are committed to taking action and being a voice to attract the much needed attention of government and other civil society organisations to prevailing health challenges facing especially the youth in Africa.
Networking
Our platform provides an opportunity to leverage a vast network of vibrant, innovative young people who are determined to lead sustainable change in the health of populations in Africa.
Low-Cost Innovative Interventions
Our programs are designed to deliver low cost intervention in the form of screening for HBV, HIV & common STIs, provision of basic sexual health tools, linkage to care, vaccination & other program specific strategies.
POPULATION HEALTH INTERVENTION PROGRAMS
Network Members Engaged
Summits & Training
Countries
Completed Projects
Youths in Conference & Training
Population health programs beneficiaries
#YOHAN NEWS: LEADERSHIP AND GBV ADVOCACY TRAINING AT YOHAN TAZANIA
The Leadership and GBV Advocacy Training was highly successful in achieving its objectives of equipping participants with the knowledge, skills, and tools to lead community-based GBV initiatives. The participants demonstrated exceptional engagement and commitment throughout the program, and many are already planning to implement what they have learned in their communities.
5th YOHAN Africa Summit Day 2
Ogamba elaborated on YOHAN Africa’s mission and vision, emphasizing its role in empowering young individuals to undertake projects that positively impact their communities. He encouraged YOHAN Africa members to actively participate in the organization’s initiatives, emphasizing the importance of proactive engagement.
5th YOHAN Africa Summit - Day 1
The conference theme, “Ignite: Young Minds, Bold Solutions, Transforming Africa’s Health,” aimed to engage youth in honing their critical thinking skills to generate innovative ideas and implement high-impact solutions to community health challenges, thus enhancing the healthcare system.
Reducing the Burden of Breast Cancer in Nigeria: A Recommendation for Post-basic Education Curriculum Adjustment
Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) through various programs like Save a Breast Campaign (SABC) by Youth Health Action Network (YOHAN Africa), Breast Without Spots, Network of People Impacted by Cancer in Nigeria (NEPICIN), Pink Africa Foundation, and Leah Foundation, among others, have also made a significant impact on increasing breast cancer awareness and improving treatment outcomes in Nigeria.
SYN-X Project: Executive Director of YOHAN Africa Launched a Program Focused on Reducing the Burden of Diabetes and Hypertension Among the Rural Elderly Populations in Nigeria
Community leaders, health centers, philanthropists, non-governmental organizations, religious organizations, corporate bodies, other concerned individuals and organizations are encouraged to partner with YOHAN Africa to reduce the burden of these non-communicable diseases.
The African Youth: How to Create Sustainable Impact in the Health Sector; Lessons from the First YOHAN Africa Biannual Summit, May 2022
As a young person, there are vast opportunities for you to make a difference in the health sector, especially in a low-middle-income country like Nigeria. The country’s unique challenges when viewed in a positive light reveal various areas where you could flourish and leave lasting legacies.
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