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    The IAS Pharma2024 Speakers:

    • Dr Steven Okoli

      Dr Steven Okoli

      Adult Stem Cell Transplant Lead for Sickle Cell Disease, Imperial College NHS Trust

    • ike ogba

      Ike Ogba

      Vice President and Global Head of Medical Affairs at Immunovant

    • Dr Juwe Kercula

      Dr. Juwe D. Kercula, PharmD, BPharm, BSc, FCT

      Head, Clinical Trials & Pharmacovigilance Unit, Liberia Medicines & Health Products Regulatory Authority (LMHRA)

    • Timi Edwin

      Oluwatimileyin Edwin

      Founder, CRIMSONBOW Sickle Cell Initiative

    • Babatunde Olawoye

      Babatunde Olawoye

      Global Clinical Research Manager

    • Dr Helen Byomire Ndagije

      Dr. Helen Byomire Ndagije

      Director for Product Safety National Drug Authority, Uganda

    • Dr Biree Andermariam

      Dr. Biree Andemariam

      American Red Cross Chair & Professor of Medicine, University of Connecticut

    • joyce

      Joyce Batera

      Inspector of Drugs, Clinical Trials Unit, National Drug Authority, Uganda

    • Kwaku Marfo, PharmD., MBA, MPH

      Kwaku Marfo, PharmD., MBA, MPH

      Chair, Board of Directors
      Sickle Forward

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      Gloria Mason Ross MBE, Bioethicist

      Director, National Research Ethics Board (NREB) Liberia.

    IASPharma 2024: Catalyzing Healthcare Transformation in Sub-Saharan Africa

    The 5th annual Impact Africa Summit IASPharma 2024, which held November 19th-21st in Lagos, Nigeria, brought together over 500 attendees and 40 distinguished speakers to reimagine healthcare systems and improve access to treatments across Sub-Saharan Africa. With its theme, “Expanding the Pharmaceutical Value Chain through Inclusion of Sub-Saharan Africa in Global Clinical Trials,” the summit emphasized critical solutions for accelerating drug development, harmonizing regulations, and strengthening partnerships, ultimately contributing to a healthier future for the region and beyond.

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    Key Highlights:

    Expanding Horizons: Explored the crucial role of Sub-Saharan Africa in global clinical trials, unlocking new pathways for pharmaceutical value chain growth.

    Dynamic Engagement: Featured 1 impactful conference, 2 cutting-edge scientific symposiums, 2 strategic forums, and 4 hands-on workshops.
    Unparalleled Networking: Facilitated vital connections between researchers, clinical data custodians, key opinion leaders, and regulatory authorities.

    Transformative Solutions: Focused on designing and implementing healthcare solutions tailored to the unique needs of African patient populations.

    Collaborative Power: Emphasized the importance of strategic partnerships across Sub-Saharan Africa to drive innovation and address industry challenges.

    IAS Pharma 2024 was more than a summit; it was a springboard for change, a platform for collaboration, and a testament to Africa’s growing influence in the global clinical research landscape.

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    Conversations from the conference keynote presentation, symposiums and panel sessions were more than theoretical dialogues, but catalysts for real change. They highlighted opportunities, addressed unique challenges, and articulated solutions. As Africa’s largest pharmaceutical research & development and clinical trials summit, Impact Africa Summit continues to lead conversations to help health professionals and stakeholders reimagine healthcare systems, improve access to treatments, and create a healthier future locally and globally.

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    Looking Ahead

    Building on this momentum IASPHARMA 2025 promises to be an even more impactful event. Stay tuned for details on registration, sponsorship opportunities, and the agenda. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the next chapter in Africa’s clinical trial revolution!

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