Africa Health Research Institute

28/07/2026

AHRI was proud to participate in the Deputy Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation's National Science month career expo at the Manguzi Multipurpose Centre in KZN.

The expo brought together organisations to showcase bursary opportunities, innovative products, concepts and services, inspiring learners to explore future career pathways.

At the AHRI exhibition stand, learners took part in interactive sessions that introduced them to careers in health research and the work we do to improve public health. They also heard inspiring talks from our public engagement officers and researchers, who shared their experiences and encouraged learners to pursue careers in science and research.

The sessions created an opportunity for learners to ask questions, engage with our experts and gain valuable insight into the world of health research.

A big thank you to our team for representing AHRI and helping inspire the next generation of scientists, researchers and innovators.

18/07/2026

💡 Every year, AHRI staff, together with local stakeholders, come together to honour the life and legacy of Nelson Mandela.

Inspired by this year's theme, "It is still in our hands to combat poverty and inequality," we partnered with eThekwini Municipality, Inkosi Mtubatuba Local Municipality, and the Department of Agriculture to establish vegetable gardens and plant indigenous trees at Clermont Clinic and Mpukunyoni Clinic.

The gardens will provide fresh produce to support vulnerable patients while serving as demonstration gardens that inspire patients and community members to establish their own home food gardens, promoting food security and healthy living. The indigenous trees further contribute to greener, healthier communities.

✅ Together, we are creating a lasting legacy of hope, sustainability and collective impact.

14/07/2026

📍 Community engagement in action!

Last week, AHRI hosted its second roadshow in the uMbonambi, Mananga and eKhempini areas, bringing together community members and partners to learn more about our Asymptomatic TB Transmission in Indonesia and South Africa (ATTIS) study.

ATTIS explores whether people with TB who have no symptoms may be unknowingly spreading the disease. By improving our understanding of asymptomatic TB, the study aims to generate evidence that could strengthen TB prevention and control.

The day kicked off with presentations about TB and what the study hopes to achieve, followed by a Q&A session, dance - and a lot of goodies and prizes for grabs. A heartfelt thank you to the Nzalabantu community for turning out in such great numbers and to our valued partners - LoveLife, KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health uMbonambi Clinic, Isibani and FNB - for helping make the day a success.

Together, we're raising awareness and working towards a healthier future.

10/07/2026

🤩 Reflecting on three incredible days of learning and connection at the 3rd annual AHRI scientific retreat - hosted on the KwaZulu-Natal south coast.

One of AHRI's strategic objectives is training of the next generation of African scientists. The meeting gathered over 60 of our trainees from master's to research associate level for scientific exchange, skills development, networking, engagement with our faculty members.. and some fun!

02/07/2026

🏃🏽‍♀️🏃🏽‍♂️Marking a memorable day of running! 🎉

Over the weekend, AHRI hosted our 5th edition of the Iyonayona Fun Run at Dukuduku Sports Field. The community showed up in numbers to participate, build relationships and learn more about the research done at AHRI.

If you missed this year’s edition, check out the pictures below - and join us in 2027!

Iyonayona – Try it, its healthy. Zonke Bonke 💙💚

23/06/2026

📣 Reminder: Applications are closing soon for the 2026–2027 AHRI/UCL fully funded PhD studentships!

🎓 Pursue your PhD at UCL while conducting world-class research at AHRI in South Africa.

✅Full tuition fees
✅Living costs covered
✅Return flights
✅Research support


📅 Applications close on 26 June 2026
🔗 Visit the AHRI Careers page to learn more and apply.
https://www.ahri.org/ahri-careers/

📣Applications are now open for the 2026–2027 AHRI/UCL fully funded PhD studentships!

🌍 This unique opportunity offers South African applicants the chance to pursue a PhD at University College London (UCL) while conducting the majority of their research at AHRI in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.

🔬 Up to two studentships are available across seven exciting research projects, with funding covering:
✅ Tuition fees
✅ Living costs
✅ Return flights
✅ Research expenses

Take the next step in your research career and join a leading global research partnership.

🗓️Application deadline: 26 June 2026

🔗 Visit the AHRI careers page for full details and application information: https://ahri.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/AHRI1

17/06/2026

Africa Health Research Institute will be hosting a fun run on Saturday, 27 June, at Dukuduku Sports Field. We’ll have 2 race categories: 8km run and 5km run and fun walk.

Don’t miss out! click this link to enter https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=SRUPzmeQKUyRzJoH9VoIWucjU-CCXl1Prf7uI5LflYdUNVhBRjhSUkc2UVAxVTY5N0ZCTEQ5UkZPMC4u&route=shorturl

Please take note of the race starting points:
8km: St Lucia Bridge
5km: KwaNdonyana

11/06/2026

📣Applications are now open for the 2026–2027 AHRI/UCL fully funded PhD studentships!

🌍 This unique opportunity offers South African applicants the chance to pursue a PhD at University College London (UCL) while conducting the majority of their research at AHRI in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.

🔬 Up to two studentships are available across seven exciting research projects, with funding covering:
✅ Tuition fees
✅ Living costs
✅ Return flights
✅ Research expenses

Take the next step in your research career and join a leading global research partnership.

🗓️Application deadline: 26 June 2026

🔗 Visit the AHRI careers page for full details and application information: https://ahri.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/AHRI1

09/06/2026

⏰ Coming up at 4pm today, AHRI director of science Prof Limakatso Lebina will be streaming live on the National Department of Health (South Africa)'s page from the SA TB Conference, discussing AHRI's new research on asymptomatic TB.

Listen in!

05/06/2026

✅ Witnessing history today!

AHRI was honoured to be at the national launch of South Africa's rollout in Secunda, Mpumalanga.

Lenacapavir is a twice-yearly injection that demonstrated nearly full protection against HIV in clinical trials and has the potential to dramatically change the course of the country's HIV/Aids epidemic.

AHRI contributed to these groundbreaking results as one of the clinical trial sites, and will soon - together with a consortium of partners - support and accelerate the rollout outside of clinic settings, generating evidence to inform national scale-up.