Zenith Global Health, an organisation set up by healthcare professionals for collaboration, shared learning and upholding excellence in healthcare globally will be hosting the Africa Healthcare awards and summit in Lagos, Nigeria.
First of its kind and first time in Africa, the maiden event will be held over two days on June 25th and 26th, 2021. The first day will be a summit with plenary sessions titled ‘Advances in cancer and diabetes care: plugging the gaps ‘
According to the World Health Organisation (WHO) an estimated number of deaths associated with non-communicable diseases (NCDs) will increase by 17% over the next couple of years and by 2030. This only reinforces the fact that discussion to reduce the numbers should be ongoing.
Thought leading healthcare professionals from across Africa, USA, UK and Europe will gather for the 2day event, to share, learn and network with each other. Full list of speakers and agenda can be viewed on our website www.zenithglobalhealth.com
Her Excellency, Dr Mrs Zainab Bagudu-Shinkafi – The first Lady of Kebbi State said ‘This is a great initiative to support as not only is it bringing stakeholders together, it is also a source of inspiration for our youth, especially young girls in choosing ‘STEM’ as a career pathway.
The two day summit will conclude with the awards ceremony on the evening of Saturday the 26th.June. Zenith Global Health believes the awards will boost the morale of flagging healthcare professionals who are under increase pressure and as give back to their commitment in nursing the nations back to health during the pandemic.
Founder and President of Zenith Global Health-Mary Akangbe said ‘We cannot afford to drop the ball regarding non communicable diseases. Also, the impact of excellence in healthcare across Africa cannot be overemphasized and it is a privilege to be able to celebrate that.
Some of the recipients are Dr Kunle Hassan (-Lifetime Achievement award, Prof.Utomi and Dr Mohamed El Sahili (Special recognition award)
Winners of the category awards will be announced on the night.
Founded in 2016, Zenith global Health has over the past five years hosted it’s annual awards ceremony in the UK by celebrating innovation, creativity and ground breaking work of healthcare professionals globally. The Sheikh Khalifa Medical City OR team- Abu Dhabi is one of the recipients alongside notable individuals on the global platform.
The event will take place at the Lagos Oriental Hotel,
To join us for the event visit our website or email- janefrances@zenithglobalhealth.com for more details.