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Secretariat Coordinator, Pan-African Surgical Healthcare Forum (PASHeF) | Focused on surgical systems strengthening & health policy innovation in Africa

[Abebe Bekele, MD, PhD @abebesurg]

What a fascinating visit i had at @MercyShips today to accrdit the GlobalMercy @ughe_org @cosecsa State of the art floating surgical care facility ... Such an opportunity for surgery trainees in Africa @Smiletrain @operationsmile @KidsOperating @pashef_africa

[Prof. Faustin NTIRENGANYA @Fostino21]

On #PASHeF sidelines I and @mnls_nke had the opportunity meeting #Rwanda surgical&other specialities trainees in #Ethiopia. #IncreasingHealthcareWorkforce @RwandaHealth @Surgical_RW Through #South_SouthCollaboration #4by4reform. Thank u @FMoHealth @MekdesDaba @nsanzimanasabin

[Pan-African Surgical Healthcare Forum @pashef_africa]

We are excited to announce the 3rd Pan African Surgical Healthcare Forum #PASHeF, co-hosted by @FMoHealth in Addis Ababa on Nov 5–7.
This year's focus will be on expanding and financing Africa’s multidisciplinary surgical workforce.

Follow us for more updates. #PASHeF2025

[Pan-African Surgical Healthcare Forum @pashef_africa]

Real change in surgical care happens when we work together. #PASHeF2025 brings together leaders from 45 African countries to learn together and synergise their efforts to build smarter, stronger systems for Africa’s surgical workforce.
Learn more: https://t.co/wu7PayxlFm

[Pan-African Surgical Healthcare Forum @pashef_africa]

TODAY IS THE DAY! From digital learning to African-led financing solutions, innovation is driving the future of surgery in Africa. #PASHeF2025 kicks off soon, to share, learn, and scale what works. @FMoHealth @ughe_org @SmileTrainAfric @MercyShips

[Pan-African Surgical Healthcare Forum @pashef_africa]

Kicking off today in Addis Ababa: #PASHeF2025 unites 44 African countries to move surgical policy into practice; through national leadership, regional collaboration, and Africa-centered health systems. #PASHeF2025 #GlobalSurgery #AfricaHealth

[EMakasa @emakasa]

#PASHeF2025; Focused on Surgical #HealthWorkforce & #HealthFinancing in #Africa

[EMakasa @emakasa]

#PASHeF2025

[Pan-African Surgical Healthcare Forum @pashef_africa]

“We need to train the right person, for the right role, in the right direction, with equity and excellence.” - Prof. @abebesurg #PASHeF2025

[Pan-African Surgical Healthcare Forum @pashef_africa]

History of Surgical Workforce Initiatives in Africa: Prof. @abebesurg traced the deep roots of surgery on the continent and the colonial legacy that segregated care and placed many Africans in “assistant” roles. #PASHeF2025 #GlobalSurgery

[EMakasa @emakasa]

Train, Retain, Expand the African Surgical Healthworkforce #PASHeF2025

[Pan-African Surgical Healthcare Forum @pashef_africa]

Country spotlights at #PASHeF2025, hosted by @FMoHealth, delivering momentum: Ethiopia’s SaLTs III, Rwanda’s 4×4 workforce initiative, Nigeria’s NSOANP II, and Sierra Leone’s Surgical Healthcare Planning update. Real progress, clear next steps, policy into practice.

[EMakasa @emakasa]

Collaboration, commitment, Continuity @pashef_africa 2025

[Pan-African Surgical Healthcare Forum @pashef_africa]

Honored to welcome H.E. Dr. @MekdesDaba, Ethiopia’s Minister of Health, to officially open #PASHeF2025 this afternoon. The event unfolds on a hopeful and practical note, emphasizing a people-first approach and a united commitment to transforming policy into action.

[EMakasa @emakasa]

#PASHeF2025 officially opened by the honorable Minister of Health, Ethiopia 🇪🇹

[Pan-African Surgical Healthcare Forum @pashef_africa]

#PASHeF2025 Day 2 is live. Mrs. Nkeiruka Obi from our partner @Smiletrain @SmileTrainAfric on financing the surgical workforce: donor funds help, but real sustainability needs political commitment.

[Smile Train Africa @SmileTrainAfric]

Opening remarks by Smile Train VP & Regional Director, Africa, Mrs Nkeiruka Obi at #PASHeF2025 with 44 African countries in #Ethiopia coming together to move surgical policy into practice; through national leadership, regional collaboration, and Africa-centered health systems.

[Pan-African Surgical Healthcare Forum @pashef_africa]

"We need smarter, country-led models; public–private partnership, blended and impact finance, performance rewards, strategic purchasing, and insurance innovation." Mrs. Nkeiruka Obi, @Smiletrain Vice President and Regional Director Africa #PASHeF2025

[Pan-African Surgical Healthcare Forum @pashef_africa]

Country presentation spotlight: #Zimbabwe: Progress on the NSOAP with local leadership and smart partnerships to grow training and unlock financing.
Next step: sustain political will, close gaps, and match jobs to service needs. #PASHeF2025 #GlobalSurgery