Bridging the gap between research and practical implementation to enhance community well-being across Africa.
Founded in 2012 by a group of health and community development professionals, R4DI is dedicated to bridging the gap between research and practical implementation.
Based in Yaounde, Cameroon, we focus on translating research findings into actionable practices to enhance community well-being. Operating under Cameroon's Law No. 90/053 of December 19, 1990, we are committed to evidence-based solutions in global health and community development.
Rigorous research methodology
Locally-driven solutions
R4DI works with national, regional, and international institutions to provide evidence-based solutions in global health and community development through four strategic domains.
Researching to improve project methods and support evidence-based policies for sustainable health outcomes.
Using research to promote policies that benefit health and development at national and regional levels.
Designing and implementing initiatives that help achieve sustainable development locally.
Testing new ideas and approaches to enhance health outcomes in underserved communities.
Transforming communities through evidence-based programs and sustainable health interventions.
Located in a peripheral quarter of Yaounde, this clinic provides affordable and quality primary health care services to vulnerable populations. Services include medical consultations, antenatal care, safe delivery, vaccinations, and preventive health initiatives for women, children, and adolescents.
This initiative aims to improve HIV care for children and adolescents in Cameroon. Implemented in selected hospitals, ASPA actively searches for children and adolescents with HIV/AIDS in the community to enroll them in care, enhancing practices through research.
This project analyzed the introduction of PBF in Cameroon, focusing on policy entrepreneurs' roles. The research produced policy briefs and papers that influenced health financing policy in Cameroon and the region.
This project recruits, trains, equips, deploys, and supervises community health workers in remote areas to improve health services, focusing on HIV/AIDS, TB, malaria, immunizations, maternal and child health, and chronic diseases.
The RESTORE project addresses the immediate health and socio-economic needs of internally displaced persons (IDPs), migrants, and refugees affected by crises or conflicts. It enhances access to healthcare, delivers essential medical services including mental health support, promotes livelihoods, and strengthens social integration using data-driven approaches.
AHWI addresses the paradox of high unemployment among trained healthcare professionals in Africa despite widespread workforce shortages. The initiative facilitates employment of healthcare workers, promotes ethical international health workforce mobility, and strengthens workforce capacity through training, mentorship, and policy advocacy.
This initiative focuses on testing innovative digital solutions capable of transforming and improving the wellbeing of populations across diverse sectors. From health and education to socio-economic development, we leverage cutting-edge technology to create sustainable, scalable solutions that address community needs and bridge the digital divide in underserved regions.
R4DI operates across Sub-Saharan Africa, with our work deeply rooted primarily in West and Central Africa - a region with unique opportunities and challenges in global health and development.
We work closely with governments, development partners, and community organizations to provide comprehensive support:
Addressing specific needs and contexts with customized approaches.
Support for policy development and strategic planning.
Hands-on training and mentorship to local teams.
Expertise to track progress and ensure lasting impact.
Working together with national ministries, local, regional and international leading organizations to create lasting impact.
Together, we can build a healthier and more equitable future for West and Central Africa.