ACTPREPCONSORTIUM

ACT-PREP Strengthens Africa’s Clinical Research Capacity for faster, evidence-based outbreak response.

[ACTPREPCONSORTIUM @ACTPREPCON_]

On 28 September 2026, stakeholders from 11 countries across Africa and Europe will gather at Makerere University for the launch of ACT-PREP.

Five years to strengthen Africa’s clinical research capacity and respond faster to public health emergencies.

#ACTPREP #PublicHealth

[Global Health EDCTP3 @EDCTP3]

📣 Final call! Applications open for PhD and Postdoctoral Fellowships

The @EDCTP3-funded ACT-PREP project offers 15 PhD and 10 Postdoctoral Fellowships in clinical trials and epidemic preparedness.

📅 Deadline: 30 Sept 2026

🔗 Apply: https://t.co/r2Yl1ljywA

[ACTPREPCONSORTIUM @ACTPREPCON_]

Hon. Dr. @CHRISBARYOMUNS1, Minister of Health, will be the Guest of Honour at the official launch of ACT-PREP.

His presence reflects the importance of strengthening Africa’s capacity in clinical trials, health research and epidemic preparedness.

3 days to go.

#ACTPREP

[Ministry of Health- Uganda @MinofHealthUG]

The ACT-PREP Project Launch is bringing together leading voices in clinical trials, laboratory systems and regulatory capacity.

Our panel will explore how Africa can strengthen research systems and accelerate the delivery of evidence when epidemics strike.

Theme: Science at the Speed of Epidemics: Clinical Trials, Laboratory Systems and Regulatory Capacity for a Prepared Africa.

📍School of Public Health Auditorium, Makerere University
🗓️ 28 September 2026

#MOHatWork | #ACTPREP | #ACTPREPLaunch

[ACTPREPCONSORTIUM @ACTPREPCON_]

The ACT-PREP Project Launch brings together leading voices in clinical trials, laboratory systems and regulatory capacity to explore how Africa can strengthen research systems and respond faster to epidemics.

#ACTPREP #ACTPREPLaunch #PublicHealth

[Makerere University School of Public Health @MakSPH]

On 28 September 2026, stakeholders from 11 countries across Africa and
Europe will gather at @Makerere for the launch of @ACTPREPCON_
Five years to strengthen Africa’s capacity to conduct high-quality clinical
research and respond faster when public health emergencies strike.

Join us online: https://t.co/dmsNaXbo3n

#ACTPREP #PublicHealth

[ACTPREPCONSORTIUM @ACTPREPCON_]

4 DAYS TO GO.

In four days, we officially launch ACT-PREP — bringing together people and institutions working to strengthen Africa’s research capacity during outbreaks and public health emergencies.

#ACTPREP #ACTPREPLaunch #PublicHealth

[Makerere University @Makerere]

Makerere University School of Public Health (@MakSPH) and its consortium partners warmly invite you to the official launch of the ACT-PREP Project — Advancing Clinical Trials and Epidemic Preparedness Research Capacity in Africa (@ACTPREPCON_), a five-year initiative funded by the European Union through the @EDCTP3 Joint Undertaking.

Date and Time: Sep 28, 2026 starting 08:45 AM EAT

Theme: Science at the Speed of Epidemics: Clinical Trials, Laboratory systems and Regulatory capacity for a Prepared Africa.

Venue: @MakSPH Auditorium.

Register to participate online: https://t.co/5QpSwMZnre.

[Lung Institute, Makerere University @Lung_Institute]

We are proud to stand alongside local and international partners for the official project launch of ACT-PREP this coming Monday. #ACTPREP @brucekirenga @winterzie

[ACTPREPCONSORTIUM @ACTPREPCON_]

5 DAYS TO GO!

We’re getting ready to bring together partners, innovators, and change makers committed to advancing health and research capacity across Africa.

A new chapter begins.

#ACTPREP #ACTPREPLaunch #PublicHealth

[Makerere University School of Public Health @MakSPH]

A new chapter in Africa’s clinical research and epidemic preparedness journey begins in Kampala on 28th September @Makerere
We are bringing together researchers, institutions, partners and public health leaders to launch ACT-PREP.

How do we make Africa better prepared to generate evidence when it matters most?

#ACTPREP #PublicHealth

[ACTPREPCONSORTIUM @ACTPREPCON_]

6 DAYS TO GO!

In 6 days, researchers, clinicians, policymakers and partners come together to launch ACT-PREP — building Africa’s capacity to research, respond and act when public health emergencies strike.

Because the next outbreak won’t wait.
Neither should we.

#ACTPREP

[Makerere University School of Public Health @MakSPH]

7 DAYS. One big idea.

What if Africa never had to wait for the next outbreak to start preparing? That’s the thinking behind ACT-PREP.

In 7 days, we begin a new chapter in building the people, systems and science Africa needs to respond faster, stronger and together. @MinofHealthUG

[ACTPREPCONSORTIUM @ACTPREPCON_]

📣 📣 FINAL CALL!

Africa’s next generation of clinical trials and epidemic preparedness leaders starts here.

Applications are closing on 30th September 2026 for the ACT-PREP PhD & Postdoctoral Fellowships.

Apply via https://t.co/yvOeBJKJFx

#ACTPREP #Fellowships

[ACTPREPCONSORTIUM @ACTPREPCON_]

7 DAYS. One big idea.

What if Africa never had to wait for the next outbreak to start preparing?
That’s the thinking behind ACT-PREP.

In 7 days, we begin a new chapter in building the people, systems and science Africa needs to respond faster, stronger and together.

#ACTPREP

[ACTPREPCONSORTIUM @ACTPREPCON_]

9 DAYS TO GO!

The countdown is on.

In 9 days, ACT-PREP takes centre stage in Kampala as Africa comes together to strengthen epidemic preparedness, clinical trials and research capacity.

The work starts here.

#ACTPREP #PublicHealth

[ACTPREPCONSORTIUM @ACTPREPCON_]

12 days to go!

The countdown to the ACT-PREP Launch is on.
Africa is preparing for stronger clinical trials, stronger research systems and better readiness for health emergencies.

12 days. One mission. Africa ready.

#ACTPREP #PublicHealth

[Makerere University School of Public Health @MakSPH]

Big things are taking shape in Kampala.

On 28th September 2026, stakeholders from 11 countries across Africa and Europe will gather at @Makerere for the launch of the Advancing Clinical Trials and Epidemic Preparedness Research Capacity In Africa ( ACT-PREP) Project.

Five years to strengthen Africa’s capacity to conduct high-quality clinical research and respond faster when public health emergencies strike.

#ACTPREP #PublicHealth

[Makerere University School of Public Health @MakSPH]

ACT-PREP Invites Applications for PhD and Postdoctoral Fellowships

@ACTPREPCON_, funded under the HORIZON-JU-GH-EDCTP3 programme, invites applications for 15 PhD and 10 Postdoctoral Research Fellowships in clinical trials and epidemic preparedness and response research.

The fellowships are open to eligible nationals of DRC, Rwanda, Senegal, Somalia, South Sudan, Tanzania and Uganda, with research opportunities across ACT-PREP priority areas including clinical trials, disease surveillance and AI, ethics and regulatory science, laboratory and genomic surveillance, One Health, health systems resilience, and epidemic preparedness and response.

Application deadlines:
* PhD – Round 1: 15 September 2026
* Postdoctoral Fellowship: 30 September 2026
* PhD – Round 2: 30 September 2026

Apply and view details:
PhD Fellowships (Round 1): https://t.co/YjaPDblfnb
Postdoctoral Fellowships: https://t.co/6ngPKQGaS9
PhD Fellowships (Round 2): https://t.co/I81phjxcZO

Applicants are encouraged to review the requirements and application procedures for their respective fellowship category before applying.

[ACTPREPCONSORTIUM @ACTPREPCON_]

📣 📣 CALL FOR APPLICATIONS

The ACT-PREP Consortium is offering 15 PhD and 10 Postdoctoral Fellowships across different key research pillars.

Priority areas: Surveillance, Ethics, Pharmacovigilance, Diagnostics & Policy.

Click to apply: https://t.co/ynaqvy4qKL