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Health data issues in Africa: time for digitization, standardization and harmonization

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: This commentary discusses health data challenges in Africa, focusing on digitization, standardization, and harmonization as key solutions. It highlights how addressing these foundational issues can enable AI and data science to transform healthcare systems across the continent.

Source: Human Science Research Council SA

DOI: 10.14749/31923051

Author: Human Sciences Research Council

Language: English

Topic: Electronic Health Records Systems

Subfield: Health Information Management

Field: Health Professions

Domain: Health Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Partnerships for the goals

Open Access status: green

Funder: Human Sciences Research Council

OpenAlex ID: W7148588247

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