Turning challenge into opportunity: partnership models for sustained HIV vaccine research

This webinar focuses on how African-led and Africa-centred partnerships can sustain progress in HIV vaccine research despite funding cuts and global inequities. Discussions highlight the need to strengthen local leadership, promote equitable collaboration among global and regional partners, and secure long-term investment in HIV vaccine R&D. 

3 March 2026
English
Chairs
Catriona Mumuli

Catriona Mumuli

IAVI

Female scientist

Maureen Luba

AVAC

Speakers
Amelia Mfiki

Amelia Mfiki

Desmond Tutu Health Foundation

Member of Zimbabwean Parliament

Fortune Daniel Molokele

Parliament of Zimbabwe

Michelle Mulder

Michelle Mulder

South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC)

Nicaise Ndembi

Nicaise Ndembi

International Vaccine Institute (IVI)

Sheetal Kassim

Sheetal Kassim

Desmond Tutu Health Foundation