Our values

Our work is guided by pan-Africanism, which to us means valuing African institutions, programs, researchers and advocates. We believe this approach will help us create a sustainable program that addresses needs of people with epilepsy on the continent.

Our key work areas

  1. Capacity building of members
  2. Awareness
  3. Fundraising
  4. Research
  5. Training through webinars
  6. Social media awareness
  7. Advocacy

Our main services


Tele-health: Free weekly clinic available to people with epilepsy from any African country 
Tele-education and training: Webinars for professionals, advocates and people with epilepsy
Research and documentation: We promote, support, carry out research and publish on epilepsy related topics
Advocacy and policy: We advocate for improved and new policies for epilepsy on the African continent and help members achieve the same in their countries 
Capacity building and coordination: We support epilepsy association in Africa to maximise their potential 
Conference: Annual conference in June
Awareness: Annual epilepsy awareness week (Stripes Week) 3rd week of September
Voice Indaba: Held 2 times a year to recognise the voices of people with epilepsy and providers of care. Organised by people with epilepsy.
Annual survey on the status of epilepsy in Africa