Dr Ebere Okereke
Global Health Strategist · Speaker · Adviser
Dr Ebere Okereke
“Working at the intersection of African agency, health systems, and the politics of global health.”
At a moment when global health is being restructured by geopolitical withdrawal, debt, and a crisis of multilateral trust, Ebere Okereke argues that Africa’s response must be architectural, not reactive. She brings more than three decades of experience across public health, governance, philanthropy, institutional strategy, and global health diplomacy.
Selected platforms and Institutions
The questions shaping Ebere’s work
Her work sits at the intersection of power, institutions, and the choices required to build a different kind of global health order.
01
Africa as architect, not recipient.
Analysing how African institutions, governments, and leaders can shape the next phase of global health financing, diplomacy, and regional agency — rather than respond to it.
02
Philanthropy, Power and Accountability
Exploring how philanthropy can move beyond short-term visibility to support stronger systems, country priorities, and accountable partnerships.
03
Leadership and institutional trust
Advising on the leadership choices required to build capable institutions, sustain trust, and move from crisis response to long-term systems strength.
04
Global health diplomacy
Working across policy, politics, partnerships, and public health to support better decisions in complex international settings.
Featured writing and commentary
Selected essays, analysis, and commentary on global health, African agency, philanthropy, and the politics of health systems.
The Lancet | September 2026
The Accra Reset must turn sovereignty into country power
Devex | September 2026
Global health agrees on reform. Now, who will give up power?
PLOS MEDICINE – 2026
From crisis response to country control: Restoring agency and sustainability in global health
Speaking
Keynotes, moderation, and executive dialogue
Ebere speaks and moderates conversations on leadership, global health, diplomacy, governance, and Africa’s role in a changing world. She is suited to audiences that want substance, clarity, and a global perspective grounded in practical experience.
Advisory
Strategic advisory and governance
Ebere works selectively with institutions and leaders who need clear strategic judgement on global health, governance, partnerships, Africa engagement, and systems transition. Her value lies in helping leaders make sense of complex environments and choose credible routes to action.
Follow Ebere’s thinking
When Ebere publishes a new essay, article, or commentary, she sends a short personal note to subscribers — what prompted the piece, what she was really arguing, and what she thinks it means. No separate content. Just direct access to her thinking as it develops.