African Institute of Public Health Professionals – A healtheir future for all African

African institute of Public Health Proffesionals

No.1 Public Health Institute in Africa

. . . towards healthy generations

Welcome to AIPHP

Who We are

We are a dedicated assembly of healthcare professionals from diverse disciplines and cultural backgrounds, united by our mission to reduce the burden of disease in Africa. Our collective expertise and commitment drive us to improve health outcomes and promote well-being across the continent. Together, we strive to create a healthier future for all Africans through innovative, collaborative, and culturally sensitive healthcare solutions.

To build a strong network of seasoned Public Health Professionals in Africa.

To reduce the burden of disease to the barest minimum across the continent of Africa.

The Registrar/CEO

Dr. Ayodele Bankole James is an eminent public health professional and a prominent advocate for health equity, particularly in Sub-Saharan Africa. As the Registrar and CEO of the African Institute of Public Health Professionals (AIPHP) and a board member of both AIPHP and the Institute of Professionals Managers and Administrators of Nigeria (IPMA), he has been instrumental in promoting increased health financing and equitable healthcare access.
Dr. Bankole leverages the AIPHP platform to partner with leading international organizations such as the World Health Organization, Pathfinder International, RAHI Medical Outreach, International Health Consultancy, Institute for Health Proffesional Development, Best Health Solutions, and Africa Centre for inclusive Health Management. Through these collaborations, he has organized leadership and management training workshops in Nigeria and international public health conferences in Kenya, Uganda, Nigeria, Egypt, Rwanda, Ghana, and South Africa with a focus on health resilience and security in Africa.
His postgraduate training in health policy, planning, and management, coupled with his role as an adjunct lecturer in the Department of Public Health at Al-Hikmah University, Nigeria, underscores his academic and professional dedication. Dr. Bankole is a fellow of the African Institute of Public Health Professionals and IPMA. He earned a Doctor of Science in Health Management (honoris causa) from the Institut Universitaire des Sciences Economiques Est Biologiques Appliquees, Republic of Benin.

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Benefits of Joining the African Institute of Public Health Practitioners (AIPHP)

1. Professional Recognition and Credibility

Membership in AIPHP instantly elevates your professional profile. You become part of a prestigious continental body recognized for promoting excellence in public health practice, policy, and research. Your affiliation signals to employers, governments, and international partners that you adhere to the highest ethical and professional standards in public health.

2. Networking and Collaboration Opportunities

As a member, you gain access to a powerful network of health professionals, researchers, administrators, and policymakers across Africa and beyond. Through conferences, workshops, and digital platforms, you will engage with like-minded practitioners to share knowledge, build collaborations, and develop impactful health initiatives that transform communities.

3. Capacity Building and Continuous Professional Development (CPD)

AIPHP offers specialized professional training, seminars, and certification programs designed to keep members updated with global health trends and innovations. From epidemiology and health informatics to health policy and leadership, you will continually sharpen your skills and remain relevant in an ever-evolving field.

4. Research and Knowledge Exchange

The Institute provides platforms for members to publish, present, and access cutting-edge research. Members can contribute to the African Journal of Public Health Practice and participate in research collaborations that influence national and regional health policies. You become part of a knowledge ecosystem driving Africa’s health transformation agenda.

5. Career Advancement and Leadership Development

AIPHP membership enhances your career prospects through recognition, mentorship, and structured leadership programs. Whether you are a young professional or an experienced practitioner, you will find opportunities to take on leadership roles within committees, task forces, and policy groups that shape Africa’s public health future.

6. Policy Influence and Advocacy

Members are empowered to engage in advocacy and policy dialogues on crucial public health issues such as disease prevention, health equity, climate-health impact, and healthcare governance. AIPHP provides a unified voice for African health professionals to influence policy at continental and global levels.

7. Exclusive Access to Conferences and Events

Enjoy discounted or priority access to international and regional conferences, symposia, and induction ceremonies organized by the Institute. These gatherings offer exposure to new ideas, research breakthroughs, and funding opportunities from global health partners and development agencies.

8. Certification and Professional Titles

Upon meeting the necessary requirements, members may be awarded professional designations such as Associate, Full Member, Fellow, or Chartered Public Health Practitioner (CPHP) (where applicable). These titles boost your academic and professional credentials and can be used after your name in professional communications.

9. Mentorship and Youth Empowerment Programs

AIPHP provides structured mentorship programs connecting emerging public health professionals with experienced leaders. This initiative fosters career guidance, innovation, and leadership continuity in Africa’s health sector — nurturing the next generation of public health experts.

10. Global Exposure and Collaboration

Through partnerships with universities, NGOs, and health institutions worldwide, members gain international exposure, cross-cultural learning experiences, and opportunities for exchange programs, internships, and joint research projects.

11. Ethical and Professional Guidance

The Institute upholds the highest ethical standards and professional integrity. Members are guided by a well-defined code of conduct that promotes accountability, transparency, and excellence in public service and community health delivery.

12. Recognition Awards and Fellowship Elevation

Outstanding contributions to public health practice, innovation, and leadership are recognized through annual awards and fellowship elevations. This recognition boosts your professional visibility and credibility within the African and global health community.

13. Access to Funding and Grants Information

Members are regularly updated on available research grants, fellowships, and funding opportunities from donor agencies, foundations, and governments supporting public health projects across Africa.

14. Contribution to Africa’s Health Future

By joining AIPHP, you become an agent of change — part of a movement working to build stronger, more resilient public health systems in Africa. Your participation helps drive the Institute’s mission of achieving universal health coverage and improving the wellbeing of millions across the continent.

In Summary

Joining the African Institute of Public Health Practitioners (AIPHP) is more than membership — it is a commitment to excellence, leadership, and impact. Whether you are a practitioner, researcher, policymaker, or student, AIPHP provides the platform, recognition, and community you need to thrive and make a lasting difference in public health across Africa.