Wednesday, February 25, 2026

WCC NEWS: WCC participates in conference on “Rethinking Health Systems for Africa’s Future: Faith, Innovation, and Sustainability”

The World Council of Churches (WCC) is participating in a conference, “Rethinking Health Systems for Africa’s Future: Faith, Innovation, and Sustainability” in Madagascar from 23-26 February. 
Frebruary 2026, 12th Biennial Conference of the Africa Christian Health Associations Platform in Madagascar. Photo: Gracia Violeta Ross/WCC
25 February 2026

The conference, which comes at a defining moment for faith-based health systems in Africa, will support Christian Health Associations and Networks in fulfilling their mandate of providing sustainable health services in Africa.

The conference is a platform for reflection, learning, renewed commitment, and innovating. Key focus areas include practical strategies for financial sustainability and alternative resource mobilization; and integrating innovation and technology to optimize service delivery.

Participants will examine the impact of shrinking foreign assistance on faith-based health systems in Africa. They will also explore creative solutions for optimizing resources and improving efficiency; and enhance resource mobilization and financing strategies.

WCC central committee member Bishop Jaona Ranarivelo will host a presentation about HIV response, and the role of the church. Gracia Violeta Ross, WCC programme executive for HIV, Reproductive Health, and Pandemics, will also share insights.

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WCC NEWS: WCC participates in conference on “Rethinking Health Systems for Africa’s Future: Faith, Innovation, and Sustainability”

The World Council of Churches (WCC) is participating in a conference, “Rethinking Health Systems for Africa’s Future: Faith, Innovation, and...