State of Health: Africa 2024
Data analysis and strategic forecast for 2025-2026.
Strategic Summary
In 2024, the African health landscape is defined by resilience and complexity. While the continent has made historic strides in combating infectious killers like Malaria and HIV, a "double burden" has emerged. Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) are rising rapidly. The focus for 2025/2026 shifts heavily toward Universal Health Coverage (UHC) and digitalization.
A Quarter Century of Progress
The most significant success story in African health is the rise in life expectancy. Through better access to ART for HIV and expanded vaccination programs, life expectancy has increased by over a decade since 2000.
2026 Forecast: Average will surpass 65 years across the continent.
The Epidemiological Transition
Africa is witnessing a shift where Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) like heart disease and diabetes are rising alongside urbanization.
Cause of Death Breakdown
Diabetes Projection
+55% projected increase in prevalence by 2030.
Hypertension
46% of adults currently affected in the region.
Infectious Control
2024 marks the full year of R21 Malaria Vaccine rollout, targeting a 40% mortality reduction in pilot countries by 2026.
- 94% Malaria Share
- 78% HIV ART Coverage
HIV ART Coverage Trend (2018-2024)
Maternal Mortality Gap
Africa accounts for 70% of global maternal deaths, a critical area for 2025/2026 investment.
2026 Strategic Outlook
Focus shifts to digital health integration and local manufacturing of medical supplies.
Local Vaccines
Targeting 10% self-sufficiency by 2026.
Telemedicine
Increasing rural access by 30% through mobile networks.
