Capacity Building for Robust Policy Evidence in Public Health and Roles of Academic Institutions

Abstract

Ethiopia, with a population of over 110 million people, is characterized by a diverse range of public health problems. In recent years, the country has witnessed an increase in the incidence of emerging and re-emerging public health problems, such as malaria, tuberculosis, HIV/AIDS, and Non-communicable diseases, as well as natural and man-made calamities. These problems pose a significant threat to the health and well-being of the Ethiopian population, and they also have a detrimental negative impact on the country's economic development. In order to tackle these issues effectively, it is crucial to implement robust policies and programs that are supported by substantial evidence. Therefore, policies and programs should be based on the best available evidence, and regularly evaluated for their effective.