News – 10 September 2026

Africa corrects the map: UN General Assembly adopts Togo-led resolution by 164 votes to 1

News – 26 August 2026

Africa Has the Science. Now It Needs to Govern Its Health Data.

News – 21 August 2026

In Benin, a new generation of voices joins the fight for a malaria-free future

About us

Our aspiration is to be unparalleled in lifting African actors to drive equitable and sustainable change towards healthy and thriving African societies.

We champion African leadership, connect changemakers, and advocate for accountability to turn commitments into real, measurable results.

Every initiative we drive, from malaria elimination to sanitation and gender equality, is rooted in one belief: strong systems and collective action create lasting impact.

Our work cuts across sectors and challenges, because we understand that strong, resilient health systems are essential to achieving universal health coverage.

Our values

Our values guide all of our work. From the way we build partnerships to how we influence policies and investments. They keep us grounded in Africa’s realities while pushing us to imagine and deliver better futures.

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Inclusion

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Diligence

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Excellence

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Accountability

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Sustainability

Resources

Discover our impact. Explore our publications showcasing how our programs are driving lasting change in health, equity, and sustainable development.

Youth Led Health Security Manifesto

Youth Led Health Security Manifesto

One pager_Malaria Rapport Benin

One pager_Malaria Rapport Benin

Résumé Exécutif Malaria

Résumé Exécutif Malaria

Rapport Malaria 2025

Rapport Malaria 2025

2025 Annual Impact Report

2025 Annual Impact Report

Advancing Women’s inclusion in Health Research & Development in Africa

Advancing Women’s inclusion in Health Research & Development in Africa

EN Social Media Assets

EN Social Media Assets

Playbook Partenaire NTD 2026

Playbook Partenaire NTD 2026

We Convene. We Enable. We Advocate.

Speak Up Africa is a Senegal-based organization dedicated to enabling African leaders, innovators, and communities to take bold, transformative action.

We bring together champions from across sectors to address the continent’s most pressing health and development challenges through collaboration, advocacy, and shared purpose.

Guided by the conviction that Africa’s women and youth hold the keys to its next era of progress, we work to unleash their potential and build inclusive, resilient, and thriving societies.

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