Governance
Continental Level: AHFF Governing Council
Purpose: Provide strategic direction, continental coordination, and global representation.
Composition:
- Chairperson (rotating among regions every 3 years)
- Vice Chairpersons (one per region)
- Representatives from AU, WHO-AFRO, AfDB, and major donors
- Private sector and civil society representatives
Responsibilities:
- Define AHFF’s long-term vision, mission, and strategic priorities
- Approve annual work plans, budgets, and continental initiatives
- Mobilize continental and global partnerships and funding
- Oversee monitoring and evaluation of regional and country-level impact
- Convene the annual Africa Health Financing Forum Summit
Regional Level: AHFF Regional Steering Board
Purpose: Adapt continental strategies to regional contexts and coordinate cross-country collaboration.
Composition:
- Regional health financing experts
- Representatives from regional economic communities (e.g., ECOWAS, SADC, EAC)
- Country focal points
- Regional development partners
Responsibilities:
- Translate continental strategies into regional action plans
- Facilitate peer learning and technical exchange across countries
- Identify regional health financing challenges and opportunities
- Coordinate regional masterclasses, awards, and institutional tours
- Report progress to the AHFF Governing Council
Country Level: AHFF National Coordination Units
Purpose: Implement AHFF programs locally and ensure alignment with national health priorities.
Composition:
- National Coordinator (appointed by AHFF Chairperson)
- Representatives from Ministry of Finance, NHIA, and key stakeholders
- Civil society and private sector observers
Responsibilities:
- Integrate AHFF strategies into national health financing policies
- Organize country-level workshops, consultations, and pilot programs
- Collect and report data on health financing performance
- Liaise with regional committees for technical support
- Nominate candidates for AHFF awards and showcase innovations
Cross-Cutting Governance Principles
- Transparency: Open reporting and stakeholder engagement at all levels
- Inclusivity: Representation of youth, gender, and marginalized groups
- Accountability: Clear performance indicators and independent audits
- Flexibility: Adaptive governance to respond to emerging health crises
- Digital Integration: Use of digital platforms for coordination and data sharing