African leaders adopt the Accra Declaration

By Divine Dzokoto

Pan-African Engagement Officer, Imperial College London
Target Malaria Ghana

African Heads of State and Government have endorsed the Accra Declaration on implementing the AU Roadmap to 2030 and Beyond, committing to domestic health financing, local manufacturing and annual accountability reporting. The African Leaders Malaria Alliance (ALMA) welcomed the declaration, describing it as a chance for African countries to get back on track at a time when progress against malaria is stalling. 

Photo from The African Leaders Malaria Alliance (ALMA) website

The adoption of the Accra Declaration represents a significant milestone in the African Union’s health agenda, though its ultimate success will be measured by the extent to which its commitments—particularly around domestic financing and accountability—are implemented in practice.  

Further reporting on the declaration and its reception is provided below. 

ALMA commends African Heads of State for adopting the Accra Declaration 

What the Accra Declaration Commits Africa To 

African Union Commits to Stronger Health Systems 

Let Accra’s AU Health Summit Be Remembered for Action 

African Leaders Push for ‘Health Sovereignty’ at AU Summit