Megan Kelly, Director of Business Development, ASLM
The African Society for Laboratory Medicine (ASLM) is proud to announce an innovative partnership with Roche aimed at transforming laboratory leadership and strengthening diagnostic systems across the African continent. This collaboration, titled LEAD: Leadership Excellence for African Diagnostics will deliver a comprehensive program designed to build the capacity of emerging lab leaders through structured mentorship, tailored training, and peer-to-peer learning. At the heart of the initiative is a focus on developing a strong, strategic cadre of laboratory professionals who can lead with confidence and vision.

The program includes leadership assessments, customized mentorship tracks, and a robust Trainer of Trainers (ToT) model, ensuring that skills and knowledge are effectively cascaded across networks. Through South-South Exchanges, participants will engage in practical learning and shared experiences, fostering regional collaboration and innovation. By working closely with national Ministries of Health, academic institutions, and key stakeholders, the partnership will ensure that training is responsive to real-world needs and aligned with national health priorities.

Emerging leaders will not only receive professional development and visibility but also benefit from sustained support and resources to drive change within their health systems.

The ASLM – Roche partnership is poised to make a lasting impact by enhancing laboratory leadership capabilities, fostering regional collaboration, improving health outcomes, and ultimately strengthening healthcare systems. This innovative collaboration demonstrates the power of public private partnerships to address pressing health challenges in Africa by combining technical expertise, strategic investment, and a shared commitment to sustainable impact.