Generating Evidence. Transforming Lives

We 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.

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Our Projects

We have over sixty active projects.

MTBVAC TB Vaccine Study

This project aims to evaluate the efficacy, safety, and immunogenicity of the MTBVAC vaccine candidate in preventing tuberculosis (TB) among adolescents and adults aged 14-45 years, living in TB-endemic regions.

Effectiveness of SPARKI Board Game in Addressing Mental Health Stigma

The SPARKI Mental Health Board Game Project is a research initiative led by Ifakara Health Institute, aimed at reducing mental health stigma among children aged 10 to 14 years in Ifakara, Tanzania. Funded by Predon Limited, the project's central aim is to explore…

Subnational Tailoring for Malaria Control in Tanzania: An Exemplars Study on Implementation, Decision-Making, and Impact

The Subnational Tailoring (SNT) for Malaria Control in Tanzania: An Exemplar Study aims to investigate and document Tanzania’s experience with implementing SNT strategies for malaria control. The ultimate goal is to draw lessons that can guide other countries interested in adopting similar…

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