Coalition for Women's Health in Africa – Advancing Women's Health in Africa

Advancing Women's Health in Africa

Coalition for Women’s Health in Africa (COWHA) is an engagement platform for knowledge, dialogue and action for improving women’s health in Africa. The coalition unifies private sector organizations that are working towards an enabling environment for women’s health in Africa.

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Position Paper on Family Planning an Reproductive Health

Africa’s future depends on investing in women’s health. This position paper outlines six strategic pillars to secure policy and budget commitments for family planning and reproductive health—saving lives, driving economic growth, and unlocking the continent’s demographic dividend. Read and join the call to action. The sudden halt in USAID funding has revealed just how fragile donor-dependent health systems are, especially for women and girls, who are paying the highest price. Now is the time to invest in domestically financed, resilient health systems that center our people’s needs and safeguard decades of progress in reproductive, maternal, and child health. This isn’t just a funding crisis—it’s a wake-up call.

USAID funding cuts Opinion Piece

Let’s build a basket we own—strong enough to weather any storm. The sudden halt in USAID funding has revealed just how fragile donor-dependent health systems are, especially for women and girls, who are paying the highest price. Now is the time to invest in domestically financed, resilient health systems that center our people’s needs and safeguard decades of progress in reproductive, maternal, and child health. This isn’t just a funding crisis—it’s a wake-up call. A call for bold reforms, stronger national ownership, and investments that put women’s health at the center of Africa’s development agenda. 👉 Read why now is the time to shift from donorship to ownership. Let’s act now to shape, fund, and sustain the future we deserve.
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COWHA Webinar Report 2025

We’re excited to share the official report from our recent webinar hosted by the Coalition for Women’s Health in Africa (COWHA): “Fund the Future: Driving Domestic Investment for Women’s Health amidst Global Funding Shifts” – held on 28th May 2025. With powerful insights from the Africa CDC Eastern Africa RCC, Clinton Health Access Initiative, Inc., Jhpiego, and MSD, the report highlights bold strategies to advance:
– Domestic resource mobilization
– Innovative health financing
– Equity in women’s health across Africa
📘 Dive into the key takeaways and recommendations shaping the future of sustainable health systems for women and girls.

SRH dissemination

50% of adolescent girls in Africa lack access to comprehensive Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) education and services, increasing risks of unintended pregnancies, unsafe abortions, and HIV. Integrated SRH programs can save lives, improve contraceptive use, and ease socio-economic burdens. To achieve SDG 3 & 5, we need stronger policies, sustainable funding, and universal SRH access. It’s time to scale evidence-based interventions, boost domestic health funding, and integrate adolescent SRH into national agendas. Advocate for change. Protect adolescent reproductive health.
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Grant Writing Webinar

COWHA hosted an exclusive webinar on March 18, 2025, from 12:00 to 1:30 PM (EAT) where participants mastered the art of crafting winning grant proposals. Attendees gained expert insights, followed step-by-step guidance on proposal structure, and took part in live Q&A sessions and interactive discussions. They also networked with professionals and potential funders to elevate their initiatives. The webinar helped them secure the funding their projects needed to create real impact—those who attended reserved their spots and gained valuable knowledge.

Cure Cervical Cancer

We’re excited to celebrate the success of our Breast Cancer Awareness and SRH campaign in Vihiga County, Kenya! In partnership with CureCervicalCancer, we reached 5,000+ women with life-saving knowledge, essential health services, and HPV testing through their home-based initiative. Eligible cases received immediate treatment, referrals, and education on early detection and prevention. This campaign is driving change, strengthening healthcare systems, and championing women’s health. Thank you, CureCervicalCancer, for your unwavering commitment—together, we’re saving lives!

Why COWHA?

Women and girls' health is still low on the political and policy agenda in Africa, this results in the alarming health indicators. It is crucial that we protect and promote the health of women and girls on the continent –with a focus on quality, affordability and equity to improve overall health and achieve optimum wellbeing for both current and future generations.

Knowledge and Research

We systematically gather, analyze, and disseminate critical data on the state of women’s health across Africa. By generating high-quality, evidence-based insights, we identify gaps, trends, and opportunities that inform the development of innovative, practical, and scalable solutions. Our research guides policy reform and targeted interventions, directly enhancing health outcomes for women across the region.

Awareness, Policy, and Dialogue

We elevate women’s health to the forefront of policy agendas by bringing critical research and evidence-based insights directly to high-level discussions with policymakers on national, regional, and continental platforms. Through strategic advocacy, expert dialogues, and key stakeholder convenings, we amplify the most pressing health challenges, dismantle systemic barriers, and influence policies that create lasting impact. By bridging grassroot communities, women’s health advocates, and decision-makers, we ensure that women’s health remains a priority across all levels.

Action

We transform insights into impact by forging strategic partnerships with key stakeholders—including governments, healthcare institutions, NGOs, and the private sector—to implement targeted solutions. By leveraging cross- sector collaboration, we translate research and advocacy into tangible health improvements. Every policy we influence and every innovation we champion is designed for measurable, lasting impact—ensuring women across Africa receive the care they deserve. Dahlias have large flowers and various colors, suitable for viewing.