Centre for AI Accountability in Health
Ensuring Safe, Equitable, and Accountable AI in African Health Systems
We are the independent assurance institution bridging the gap between technological innovation and health system governance across Africa.
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Who We Are
Africa’s independent institution for health AI assurance and accountability.
CAAH is an independent, non-profit institution ensuring that artificial intelligence deployed in African health systems is safe, effective, equitable, and accountable.
We provide public-interest oversight through independent audits, evidence-based research, regulatory support, and capacity building.
Mission & Vision
Mission
To ensure that artificial intelligence deployed in health systems improves lives safely, equitably, and responsibly through independent research, capacity building, and support for responsible governance.
Vision
An Africa where every artificial intelligence system affecting health is transparent, accountable, and worthy of public trust.
Core Values
Principles that guide our work
Independence
Public-interest oversight free from commercial influence.
Scientific Rigor
Evidence-based audits, evaluations, and governance frameworks.
Transparency
Openness in the design, deployment, and performance of health AI.
Equity
Ensuring AI benefits underserved and vulnerable communities.
Public Interest
Prioritizing patient safety and societal well-being.
Accountability
Clear mechanisms for oversight and responsibility.
What We Do
Four Operational Pillars
AI Assurance
Independent audits, algorithm evaluation, certification frameworks, and post-deployment monitoring.
AI Governance
Policy development, regulatory support, and standards creation for responsible AI adoption.
Research & Evidence
Evidence on effectiveness, bias, equity, and health-system impacts.
Capacity Building
Executive training, certification, fellowships, and workforce development.
2026–2030
Flagship Programmes
AI Assurance & Certification
Technical standards, independent audit frameworks, and certification of high-impact clinical algorithms.
AI Governance & Policy
Advisory support for national and regional health AI regulations.
Health AI Research Observatory
Annual state-of-the-sector reports and peer-reviewed effectiveness studies.
AI Ethics & Equity Initiative
Bias mitigation, equitable data practices, and community engagement models.
Africa AI Safety Monitoring Network
Post-market surveillance, early warning systems, and continental collaboration.
Governance
Built for credibility, oversight, and trust
Board of Trustees
Fiduciary and strategic oversight for institutional independence and public-interest accountability.
Advisory Council
Global, African, and Nigerian experts providing technical validation and institutional prestige.
Executive Leadership
Professional management responsible for strategy, programmes, partnerships, and operations.
Join us in building trustworthy AI for health
We welcome collaboration with governments, universities, development partners, regulators, and health institutions committed to accountable AI in African health systems.
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