Advancing neuroscience research
and health equity
ANNI Africa NeuroCare is a research-driven neuroscience and health equity organization generating evidence-based insights to improve neurological health outcomes through research, education, and cross-sector partnerships.
We begin in the United States — building research foundations that scale globally.
Research that drives health equity
Our Vision
A world of equitable brain health
A world where neurological conditions are understood early, treated equitably, and supported through accessible, data-driven health systems across all populations.
Read More →Our Mission
Generating evidence to advance equity
To advance neurological health equity by generating research, building awareness, and developing evidence-based interventions that improve outcomes for underserved populations.
Read More →Our Core Values
Five principles that shape how we conduct research, build partnerships, and serve the people at the center of our work.
Evidence-Based Ethical Integrity
Rigorous, ethical, and reproducible research practices upheld at every stage.
Health Equity
Reducing disparities in neurological care across underserved communities.
Data Excellence
Accurate, reliable, transparent data — built for academic and policy use.
Collaborative Impact
Sustainable change through strong partnerships across sectors and systems.
Systems Thinking
Addressing root causes — designing for sustainable, scalable change.
Christina Gaisie
Founder & CEO • ANNI Africa NeuroCare
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From diagnosis to purpose
In July 2025, after multiple hospital visits, Christina was diagnosed with Moyamoya disease — a rare cerebrovascular condition affecting blood flow to the brain.
That diagnosis became the foundation of ANNI Africa NeuroCare — a research-driven organization advancing neurological health equity through evidence, partnerships, and lived experience.
Your story is not over. Your dreams are still valid.— Christina Gaisie
A Continent Underserved
in Brain Health
Neurological conditions — including epilepsy, stroke, dementia, and mental health disorders — are among the leading causes of disability in Africa.
Access to specialist care remains critically limited across many regions.
Learn More →Neurologist-to-Population Ratio
Epilepsy Treatment Gap
No Neurological Access
The Gap vs. Response
Every gap in the evidence is matched by a programmatic response in ANNI's framework.
The Gap
Crisis
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0.03 per 100,000Neurologists across Africa
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84% Stroke FatalityWithin 3 years post-event
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80% Epilepsy BurdenConcentrated in LMICs
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330% Dementia RiseProjected by 2050
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Near-zero MMD DataAfrican Moyamoya research
ANNI Response
Action
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Train Health WorkersCommunity-level capacity
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Community ScreeningEarly detection programs
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Awareness CampaignsEpilepsy education
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Dementia RegistriesData & advocacy
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MMD Research RegistryAfrican data collection
Our Programs
ANNI's programs are designed around the realities of African communities — simple, scalable, and focused on real impact in brain health.
Read More →Awareness & Outreach
Public education campaigns and digital awareness initiatives focused on neurological health.
Community Screening
Early detection programs and referral pathways for neurological conditions.
Lifestyle Education
Prevention-focused education on nutrition, exercise, and brain health habits.
Capacity Building
Training healthcare workers and community volunteers in neurological care awareness.
Faith Based Support
Faith-based emotional and spiritual support for families and patients.
Expansion Strategy
Building scalable partnerships to expand neurohealth programs across Africa.
Data Repository
ANNI builds African-led research systems that generate real evidence for policy, funding, and healthcare transformation across the continent.
Baseline Surveys
Regional surveys on awareness, risk factors, and access to neurological care.
BuildingPatient Registries
Long-term tracking systems for stroke, Moyamoya, and neurological conditions.
PlanningCollaborative Research
University and hospital partnerships for African neuroscience research.
PartneringPredictive Analytics
Data models for early prediction and health system planning.
In DevelopmentPolicy Briefs
Actionable reports for ministries of health and partners.
UpcomingPublications
Peer-reviewed research contributing to global neuroscience literature.
UpcomingHow to Get Involved
ANNI is a movement — growing through people who care. Whether you bring expertise, faith, advocacy, or simply your voice, there is a place for you here.
Together, we can change the story of neuro health in Africa.
Learn more about the brain health conditions ANNI focuses on — stroke, Moyamoya, epilepsy, and dementia.
Explore Patient Resources →