About CDHI
Understanding our mission, vision, and the people driving digital health transformation
Our Mission
To advance digital health solutions and implementation science practices that strengthen health systems and improve health outcomes for all Ethiopians.
Our Vision
A digitally empowered Ethiopia where technology and evidence-based practices transform health systems and ensure equitable access to quality healthcare.
Our Values
We are committed to excellence, innovation, impact, collaboration, efficiency, and integrity in all we do.
Core Values
Excellence
Pursuing the highest standards in research and service delivery
Innovation
Creating cutting-edge solutions to health system challenges
Impact
Prioritizing meaningful changes that improve health outcomes
Collaboration
Working together with partners to achieve shared goals
Efficiency
Optimizing resources and processes for maximum effectiveness
Integrity
Upholding ethical standards in all our work and partnerships
Our Journey
A decade of advancing digital health in Ethiopia
Center Founded
CDHI established as a research institution focused on digital health
First Major Project
Launch of Health Information Systems Integration Initiative
Training Programs
Establishment of MPH and PhD programs in Health Informatics
Expanded Partnerships
Strategic collaborations with international health organizations
Regional Recognition
Recognized as a leading digital health research center in East Africa
New Initiatives
Launch of Telemedicine Platform and AI-driven Health Solutions
Leadership Team
Experienced professionals driving our mission
Dr. Abebe Hailu
Executive Director
Digital Health, Implementation Science
Dr. Marta Tsegaye
Research Director
Epidemiology, Health Systems
Dr. Solomon Bekele
Technical Director
Health IT, Data Analytics
Rahel Asfaw
Programs Director
Education, Capacity Building
Partners & Affiliations
Working with leading organizations to advance our mission
Federal Ministry of Health
World Health Organization
GAVI - The Vaccine Alliance
African Union
University of Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa University Hospital
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
USAID