About APHN

Who We Are

The Africa Public Health Network (APHN) is a non-profit organization established to conduct and support programs and activities aimed at solving major public health challenges in Africa. Our focus areas include health system strengthening, to maximize impact on the health of the people; supporting health programs targeting major infectious and non-infectious diseases in Africa; developing workforce skills and knowledge; strengthening and improving emergency preparedness and response including disaster and humanitarian relief; and promoting health policy research and innovation.
The Africa Public Health Network (APHN) works to strengthen Africa’s public health systems in line with the strategic priorities set at national and continental levels. Our establishment was driven by the persistent gaps and challenges within regional and national health systems observed over the years including the lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic. To have maximum impact and enhance footprint across the African continent, APHN has been rebranded from its predecessor, Project HOPE Namibia (PHN), and involved also other network of diverse organizations and entities operating across the continent.

APHN is registered as a non-profit organization in Namibia as non-profit association incorporated under Section 21. APHN was established as a locally registered Namibian entity, ensuring compliance with national regulatory frameworks and enabling direct engagement with government ministries and national health programs. APHN maintains strong financial and grant management systems, with extensive experience managing USAID, PEPFAR, UN, Global Fund, and foundation grants, ensuring compliance with donor regulations, responsible stewardship of resources, and timely, accurate reporting.

Our Offices

Namibia: Oshikoto, Oshana, Omusati, Ohangwena, Khomas, Zambezi

Malawi: Lilongwe

APHN works in close collaboration with host country governments and other partners to contribute to a world where everyone has the health care needed to reach their full potential. APHN is actively implementing activities in 8 regions in Namibia, with our footprint now in Egypt, Algeria, Tunisia, Mauritania, Morocco, Malawi, Libya, and the refugee populations of Algeria’s Tindouf region.

APHN currently employs over 944 staff across offices in Malawi and Namibia, comprising program managers, technical advisors, monitoring and evaluation specialists, finance and operations personnel, and frontline health workers. APHN’s workforce delivers comprehensive health and HIV/AIDS programs including systems strengthening. The organization maintains robust human resource management systems, ensuring staff have appropriate technical competencies, comply with donor requirements, and receive ongoing professional development.