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Building a Regional Institute to Meet Tomorrow's Challenges

Investing In the Future: Impacting Real Lives

Innovate. Influence. Inspire

Providing an African approach to infections and related public health challenges.

OUR IMPACT

At IDI, we’re more than just researchers and trainers. We’re catalysts for transformative change in healthcare. We translate bold ideas to life-saving solutions, reshaping the future of healthcare in Africa.

healthcare workers trained to ensure responsive and equitable health service delivery

reviewed publications produced, advancing knowledge and practices in infectious disease management

people on HIV treatment served, accounting for about 20% of the national coverage

YOUR STORY MATTERS

An individual at a time, discover how we together transform lives, communities, and healthcare across Africa.

Birds of Healing: Medical Drones Soar Over Kalangala

By Fred Ouma / November 13, 2024

Drones, the new heroes of Kalangala, soar through the sky, delivering life-saving medicine to remote islands. These aerial lifelines are...

A Mother’s Resilience: Grace’s Triumph Over Adversity

By Fred Ouma / November 13, 2024

Bella, a young mother, faced life's challenges head-on. DREAMS empowered her with knowledge, skills, and financial independence. Now, she's building...

From Addiction to Empowerment

By admin / October 15, 2024

Daphine Namukasa transformed her life through the DREAMS programme, overcoming addiction and despair to pursue education and empower her community,...

From Despair to Dreams: Rita’s Inspiring Journey

By admin / September 18, 2024

At 17, Rita Nantambi's life spiraled into despair, but the DREAMS programme ignited her hope, empowering her to transform her...

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Partnerships fuel our impact. We firmly believe that Africa’s complex health challenges can only be effectively addressed through strong, diverse, and strategic partnerships. Together, we can create a meaningful impact for millions across the continent.

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PRECEDENT: In a significant ruling, the High Court declared the Uganda Revenue Authority’s classification of fixed fee recipients as employees incorrect, ending a legal battle between the Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI) and URA.

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