Al-Sumait Prize for African Development

Professor Richard Idro, Associate Professor of Paediatrics and Child Health at Makerere University and Consultant Paediatric Neurologist at Mulago National Referral Hospital, Uganda, honoured for his groundbreaking research demonstrating the efficacy of chemoprevention in post-discharge malaria patients.

Professor Halidou Tinto, Director of Research in Parasitology and Regional Director of the Institute for Health Sciences Research in Nanoro, Burkina Faso, awarded for leading large-scale clinical trials that proved the efficacy of landmark malaria vaccines RTS,S and R21.

Professor Fred Binka, Vice President of the University of Health and Allied Sciences, Ghana, recognised for his pioneering studies on insecticide-treated bed nets that transformed malaria prevention across Africa.

Each year, Kuwait’s Al-Sumait Prize celebrates outstanding individuals and organizations who are reshaping Africa’s future. Laureates have pioneered work in education, healthcare, and food security, creating solutions that empower communities and drive sustainable growth. The Prize does not just recognize impact, it amplifies it.

Dr. Abdulrahman Al-Sumait dedicated his life to improving lives across Africa through healthcare, education, and community empowerment. Kuwait’s Al-Sumait Prize, established in 2013 by the late Amir of Kuwait Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, carries forward his vision by spotlighting those who continue his humanitarian path. From doctors to educators, from scientists to grassroots leaders, the Prize honors those shaping a stronger future for Africa.

Kuwait’s Al-Sumait Prize recognizes and supports impactful initiatives that advance sustainable development across Africa. Founded in honor of Dr. Abdulrahman Al-Sumait, a Kuwaiti physician and humanitarian, the Prize highlights innovation and long-term solutions in: •⁠ ⁠Food Security •⁠ ⁠Health •⁠ ⁠Education

🌍 10 Years of Impact. Countless Lives Changed. We’re proud to mark a decade of the Al Sumait Prize for African Development—a unique initiative honoring transformative contributions to food security, health, and education across Africa. To celebrate this milestone, we’ve brought together three of our most esteemed health laureates for a powerful roundtable conversation on the future of African health systems, the challenges ahead, and the critical role of research, resilience, and regional collaboration. 🎥 Watch the full roundtable here: https://lnkd.in/gt3GQjuy 🔬 Featuring: Dr Kevin Marsh, malaria pioneer and 2015 laureate Prof. Salim Abdool Karim, HIV/AIDS Director of CAPRISA and 2018 laureate John Nkengasong global health leader and 2022 laureate Moderated by Majed Al-Majed from the Kuwait Foundation for the Advancement of Sciences (KFAS), and introduced by His Excellency Abdullah Ali Al-Yahya, Foreign Minister for the State of Kuwait and Chair of the Al Sumait Prize. 💡 If you're passionate about global health, science diplomacy, and the power of partnership in Africa—this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. #AlSumaitPrize #GlobalHealth #AfricaDevelopment #ScienceForImpact #KFAS #HealthInnovation #Leadership #PublicHealth #10YearsOfImpact #ResearchMatters

Celebrating Global Change-Makers on the TIME 100 List We’re incredibly proud to share that Dr. Ismahane Elouafi , a valued member of our Board of Trustees, has been named one of TIME’s 100 Most Influential People of 2025! Dr. Elouafi’s tireless work in transforming global food systems and advancing science for development continues to have a lasting impact worldwide. She is joined on this prestigious list by two leaders from past Al Sumait Prize Laureate organizations: Angeline Murimirwa, CEO of CAMFED - Campaign for Female Education, which empowers girls and young women in Africa through education. Professor Christian Happi, Director of Institute of Genomics and Global Health (formerly ACEGID), a world-class research center driving innovation in public health. Their recognition is well deserved—and a reminder of the power of vision, commitment, and collaboration to drive positive change across Africa and beyond. Please join us in congratulating Dr. Elouafi, Ms. Murimirwa, and Professor Happi on this well-earned honour! #TIME100 #Inspiration #Leadership #Development #AlSumaitPrize Kuwait Foundation for the Advancement of Sciences (KFAS) https://lnkd.in/gyN7XhaX https://lnkd.in/ghpP_w46 https://lnkd.in/dgCG6tET

🌍 Call for Nominations: 2025 Al Sumait Prize in Food Security 🌱🏆 Do you know an individual or institution driving transformative change in food security and nutrition across Africa? Now in its 11th edition, the 2025 cycle of the $1 million Al Sumait Prize recognizes outstanding contributions to food security on the African continent. This year, we invite nominations for impactful work in: - Developing new seed, crop, or livestock varieties to enhance food security and nutrition in Africa. - Increasing the shelf life, caloric, and nutritional value of locally produced and consumed food. - Improving smallholder farmers’ access to agricultural inputs, techniques, technologies, and markets to ensure the availability of nutritious food for vulnerable communities. - Enhancing farmers’ resilience to climate change and extreme weather variability to secure sustainable food production and nutrition. - Reducing food waste and food loss across Africa’s agrifood systems. - Advancing alternative agrifood systems to increase productivity while reducing water footprints, especially in marginal environments. - Promoting the adoption of modern business strategies, digitalization, and marketing in the field of food security and nutrition. - Implementing innovative and sustainable solutions to combat food insecurity and malnutrition. - Addressing gender equality and women's empowerment in achieving food security. - Developing strategies to improve agricultural livelihoods, food security, and nutrition during pandemics. If you or someone you know is making a real impact in these areas, nominate them today! 🏆 📅 Deadline: June 30, 2025 🔗 Submit your nomination: https://lnkd.in/gh3_jxDw Together, let’s recognize and celebrate groundbreaking work that is shaping Africa’s food security future. Tag a deserving candidate or share this post to spread the word! 🚀🌍✨ #FoodSecurity #Agriculture #Sustainability #Africa #AlSumaitPrize #Innovation #ClimateResilience #WomenInAgriculture #ZeroHunger

🎉 Celebrating 10 Years of the Al Sumait Prize! 🎉 For a decade, the Al Sumait Prize for African Development—an initiative of the State of Kuwait, managed by the Kuwait Foundation for the Advancement of Sciences (KFAS)—has been championing innovation, progress, and transformative change across Africa. As we mark this milestone, we are honoured to share insights from Dr Kwaku Aning, a dedicated Trustee of the Prize, on the impact of this prestigious award and his experiences over the years. In this video, Dr. Aning reflects on the Prize’s role in recognizing groundbreaking contributions in health, food security, and education—vital to sustainable development in Africa. His words highlight the Prize’s mission to drive lasting change and inspire leaders and innovators. Join us in celebrating this incredible journey and the inspiring individuals and organizations that continue to make a difference! 🌍✨ 📽️ Watch the video to hear Dr. Aning’s story. #AlSumaitPrize #10YearsOfImpact #AfricanDevelopment #Innovation #SustainableGrowth #KFAS #Kuwait