Driving Africa's Microbial Innovations
For Health, Food Safety, and Sustainable Innovation
The Advocacy for Microbial Impact Foundation (AMRIF) empowers scientists, industries, and communities to unlock Africa's microbial potential for antimicrobial discovery, bio-based innovation, and food security.
Who We Are
AMRIF is a pan-African platform advancing microbial science and biotechnology for health, agriculture, and environmental innovation.
Through research, education, and partnerships, AMRIF supports African-led solutions to global challenges such as antimicrobial resistance (AMR), food spoilage, and biosecurity threats.
Learn More About AMRIF
Our Core Programs
Driving African-led research, innovation, and capacity building across multiple strategic focus areas
African Antimicrobial Research & Innovation Program (AARIP)
Leading Africa's response to antimicrobial resistance through research, innovation, and advocacy.
Young Innovators in Science & Health (YISH-Africa)
Catch them young - Building Africa's future through youth education and scientific empowerment.
Food Biotech & Safety Initiative
Advancing safe and sustainable food systems through biotechnology and bio-preservation.
Bio-Entrepreneurship Hub
Nurturing innovation and enterprise in microbial and biotech research for market-ready solutions.
Our Mission & Scope
Advancing microbial science for Africa's health, food security, and environmental sustainable innovations
Research Focus Areas
Antimicrobial resistance, food security, biotechnology, and youth education
Target Audience
From primary school children to professional scientists
Innovation Programs
Expanding portfolio of research and education initiatives
African Impact
Building capacity across the African continent
Why Microbial Research Matters
Microbes hold the key to Africa's next industrial revolution — from disease prevention and biosecurity to sustainable agriculture and food preservation.
AMRIF bridges science, policy, and innovation to ensure Africa leads in microbial biotechnology, creating solutions that address health challenges, food security, and economic development.
- Antimicrobial resistance solutions
- Bio-based food preservation
- Sustainable agriculture innovation
- African-led research capacity
Get Involved
Multiple ways to support AMRIF's mission
Partner With AMRIF
Join as a collaborator or sponsor to advance microbial research and innovation.
Volunteer or Mentor
Support our capacity-building projects and mentor emerging African scientists.
Donate
Fund African-led microbial innovations and research initiatives.
📞 Contact us: +234 906 403 7420