Dr. Githinji Gitahi

Dr. Githinji Gitahi joined Amref Health Africa in 2015. He has worked in various positions within the health, media, and private sectors. Prior to joining Amref, he served as the Vice President and Regional Director for Africa at Smile Train International. Dr. Gitahi is renowned as a leader on both the global and regional fronts, with notable achievements including co-chairing the global UHC2030 movement, serving on the Commission on Africa’s COVID-19 Response, and formerly serving on the Governing Board of Africa CDC and Board of National Cancer Institute. Additionally, he serves on the Board of the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI), Board of Trustees of the Safaricom Foundation, and Board of the Food for Education. He was recently appointed to the Independent Board of the Lancet Countdown Dr. Gitahi is a vocal advocate for pro-poor Universal Health Coverage and leads the largest thought leadership
convening on the African health agenda.