Because a large majority of people on Earth have recourse to traditional medicine as their first (and sometimes only) medical treatment.
Because an up-to-date study of traditional knowledge can ensure its perenity and can enhance its prestige among the younger local generations.
Because a scientific review of traditional knowledge can help improve traditional treatments’ efficiency and reduce their risks.
Because it is important to build a bridge between modern and traditional knowledge, for mutual development (contrary to what some might think).
Because more than one out of three drugs bought in Africa is a fake containing either no therapeutic substance at all, or a substance whose dose is inadequate. The development of local health resources can contribute to contain this phenomenon’s devastating impact.
Our action centres on three topics: