Ifakara Health Institute

The Ifakara Health Institute (IHI) is a renowned research organization based in Tanzania, focused on improving health and wellbeing through research, innovation, capacity strengthening, and program implementation. It aims to transform into a center of excellence that informs health policies and delivery of quality services. The institute boasts over 60 active projects and publishes more than 100 articles in international journals annually, contributing significantly to new knowledge in the field of health. Its research infrastructure and sites in Bagamoyo and Ifakara are considered world-class, supporting its mission to develop evidence-based health services and solutions for a healthy and empowered population​.

The collaboration between IHI and the Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute (Swiss TPH) is a testament to the global reach and impact of their work. A field laboratory of Swiss TPH was founded in Ifakara in 1956 by Rudolf Geigy, and the relationship has evolved significantly over the years. This partnership reflects a long-standing commitment to improving healthcare management and research capabilities in the region, particularly in areas such as HIV and Tuberculosis care through clinical research and the development of health and demographic surveillance systems​.

The cooperation between these two institutes exemplifies a successful international collaboration aimed at addressing global health challenges. Through their joint efforts, they contribute to the advancement of health research and the implementation of effective health interventions in Tanzania and beyond.