Our Journey – PAHCS
The Pan African HIV Clinicians Society (PAHCS) was born from the vision of Dr Muhangwi Mulaudzi and Dr Mabowa Makhomisane. What began as a dream in 2018 has grown through strategic meetings across Africa into a powerful clinician-led movement. We are now preparing for the official continental launch on 16–17 May 2026.
Dr Muhangwi Mulaudzi and Dr Mabowa Makhomisane – the visionaries behind PAHCS
2018 – Foundation Laid in Amsterdam (IAS Conference)
The dream of a united African response to HIV was first conceived during the IAS Conference AIDS 2018 in Amsterdam.
Key attendees (left to right):
- Dr Muhangwi Mulaudzi (South Africa)
- Dr Andrew Kambugu (Uganda)
- Dr Omu Onzala (Kenya)
- Dr Cleophus Chimbetet (Zimbabwe)
- Dr Enoch Omonge (Kenya)
- Dr Joseph Aluoch (Kenya)
- Dr Tendai Gaolathe (not pictured)
2018 - Amsterdam (IAS Conference)
Read full story →22 February 2025 – Nairobi, Kenya
Historic first consultative meeting where an interim committee and roadmap were established.
- Interim Committee elected
- Roadmap for expansion
- Africa-specific policies and research focus
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29 May 2025 – Accra, Ghana
Ghana joined as a founding member with emphasis on research, mentorship and women & children programmes.
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30 May 2025 – Lagos, Nigeria
PAHCS was officially named and structured with core objectives finalised.
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15 July 2025 – Kigali, Rwanda
Strategic discussions on integrated care and pharmaceutical partnerships.
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16–17 May 2026 – Official Continental Launch
The Pan African HIV Clinicians Society was officially launched in Addis Ababa, marking a historic milestone in unifying HIV clinicians across Africa. The event brought together clinicians, researchers, and partners from across the continent to formalise the society’s mandate and future direction.
