Dakhla, Nov. 24 (BNA): The Mohammed VI Foundation for Science and Health announced the launch of the African Academy of Health Sciences (AAHS), an institution dedicated to promoting research and development in health sciences in Africa.

The launch ceremony took place this Saturday at the Mohammed VI University of Science and Health in Dakhla, according to the Maghreb Arabe Press (MAP).

The African Academy of Health Sciences aims to promote South-South cooperation to ensure African health sovereignty. Its goal is to create a platform for exchange and partnership to advance scientific research in health, in a context that adapts to Africa’s specificities.

The Academy also emphasises excellence in health science education by offering training programs which meet the continent’s needs.

The AAHS maintains strategic partnerships with institutions such as the World Health Organization (WHO) and stakeholders in the pharmaceutical industry to encourage health cooperation.

Through its various initiatives, the AAHS aims to become a hub for health development in Africa, promoting scientific innovation and organizing conferences and symposia to contribute to the sustainable improvement of African health systems.

S.S, H.F, J.J