Research Excellence
Rigorous science shaping local and global health decisions.
Years of Impact
Celebrating 70 Years of Impact
In 2026, the Ifakara Health Institute commemorates 70 years of scientific excellence and public health impact under the theme "70 Years of Impact." This milestone marks seven decades of pioneering research, innovation, and enduring Swiss-Tanzanian collaboration that has shaped national, regional, and global health policies, saving millions of lives in Tanzania, Africa, and beyond.
Learn more about our @70 celebrationsWe envision a healthy and empowered population with access to evidence-based health services and solutions.
We'll strive to achieve this vision by transforming into a center of excellence that informs health policies and delivery of quality services collaboratively through research, innovation, capacity strengthening and program implementation.
About IHI
Ifakara Health Institute (IHI) is a leading health research organization in Africa, with a strong track record of developing, testing and validating innovations for health. We are driven by core strategic mandate for research, training and services. Ifakara encompasses a broad range of scientific disciplines, spanning from basic biomedical and ecological sciences to clinical trials, health systems research, policy translation, and health program implementation.
Explore Who We AreInnovation
Translating ideas into practical, evidence-based solutions.
Capacity Strengthening
Developing talent and systems for sustainable impact.
Policy Translation
Turning findings into policy and implementation guidance.
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Research Platforms
Ifakara boasts world-class research infrastructure and sites in Bagamoyo and Ifakara.
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Contribution to New Knowledge
Each year, our scientists publish over 100 articles in international journals.
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Training Programs
We value the development of humans as essential for innovation and institutional growth.
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LAUNCH: Ifakara joins Zanzibar's five-year partnership to improve maternal and newborn health
The Ifakara Health Institute (IHI) is proud to be among the technical partners supporting a new five-year partnership between the Revolutionary Government of Zanzibar and the Beginnings Fund, aimed at improving maternal and newborn …
View EventEDITORIAL: Health economists call for smarter healthcare spending to improve services
As governments worldwide face growing healthcare demands and limited budgets, health economists are calling for stronger evidence to help countries make better decisions about health care financing, resource …
View EventMILESTONE: Bagamoyo lab achieves GCLP accreditation
The Ifakara Health Institute is proud to announce that its Bagamoyo Laboratory has been awarded Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP) full accreditation by Pharmalys, marking a significant milestone …
View EventNEWBORN HEALTH: Simple hospital practices could improve care for sick newborns across Africa
Better teamwork, regular staff mentoring and effective use of hospital data could help more premature and sick newborn babies receive lifesaving care, a new study has found.Published recently …
View EventMOSQUITO RESEARCH: Sustained control efforts can help eliminate malaria vectors
Keeping mosquito populations low for longer periods could make it harder for surviving ones to find mates and reproduce, potentially pushing them toward extinction, according to a new …
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