Forgotten and ignored: making digital health work for migrant population in Africa

Abstract

The African continent has experienced an alarming increase in forcibly displaced individuals, driven by socio-political conflict, economic instability and climate-induced calamities. The urgent need for contextualized and adaptable health solutions in the face of ongoing conflicts and crises underscores the importance of harnessing digital health innovations while ensuring inclusivity and equity for all. This commentary explores the potential of digital health to address healthcare disparities among migrant populations, examining the barriers to adoption and providing recommendations for policymakers and stakeholders to promote inclusivity and improve healthcare access. While digital health emerged as a promising avenue for improving healthcare access, there is also a greater necessity for tailoring these innovations to the specific needs and vulnerabilities of the target populations.