The first training on evidence-informed decision making (EIDM) was conducted by AFIDEP with the Walimu Team in Uganda. This year, EIDM training will be conducted across all sites of the network to optmize policy exchange and maximise the network’s research impact.

The first annual consortium meeting of the STAIRS consortium in Addis Ababa was graciously hosted from December 11-15, 2023, by Deputy Scientific Officer and STAIRS PI in Ethiopia Dr. Tafese Beyene Tufa, together with his strong team from Arsi University in Asella. A clear motto: #keepclimbing.