Nairobi, Kenya · Formerly Nurses CME Forum

EMPOWERINGAFRICA'SNURSINGWORKFORCE

Through Knowledge, Mentorship, Research, Innovation and Advocacy.

Let's Talk Nursing Africa is a nursing-focused professional engagement and development organisation committed to connecting nurses, strengthening nursing practice and advancing the nursing profession across Africa.

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Who We Are

A Platform Built by Nurses, for Nurses.

Let's Talk Nursing Africa is dedicated to strengthening the nursing workforce through continuous learning, professional networking, mentorship, research, advocacy and collaboration.

Headquartered in Nairobi, the organisation is committed to expanding its reach across Africa, creating opportunities for nurses to learn, connect, lead and grow.

NetworkingPeer connections across Africa

LearningCPD, webinars & masterclasses

WellbeingSupport for the caregivers

AdvocacyNurse voice in policy

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African nurses collaborating in a hospital

Proudly African

Built by nurses, for nurses

Our Strategic Pillars

Four Pillars. One Mission.

Every programme, partnership and conversation at LTNA advances one or more of these strategic pillars.

Clinical Practice & Specialisation

CMEs, case discussions, specialty mentorship and clinical excellence that keep nursing practice current, evidence-based and safe.

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Workforce Wellbeing & Safety

Mental health support, burnout prevention and advocacy for safe, supportive working environments for every nurse.

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Career Development & Opportunities

Scholarships, career guidance, job readiness and mobility support that open doors for nurses at every stage.

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Leadership, Research & Advocacy

Nurse voice in decision-making, research capacity building and leadership development across the continent.

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Our Programmes

Seven Flagship Programmes, One Movement

From bedside conversations to continental advocacy — choose the space where you want to grow.

Let's Talk Sessions

Where nurses talk practice, leadership and the future.

Regular professional discussions addressing emerging issues in nursing practice, healthcare delivery, leadership and professional development.

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Nursing Education & CPD

Lifelong learning for lifelong impact.

A professional learning platform supporting lifelong learning through webinars, online courses, workshops and masterclasses.

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Nursing Mentorship Hub

Experienced hands guiding the next generation.

A platform connecting experienced nurses with early-career professionals and nursing students through structured mentorship.

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Global Nurse Connect

One profession. Every border. Shared knowledge.

A platform connecting nurses in Africa with nurses working internationally for knowledge exchange, diaspora engagement and collaboration.

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Nursing Advocacy Forum

A stronger voice for the world's largest health workforce.

Promoting nurses' participation in professional discussions, policy development and healthcare decision-making.

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Nursing Research & Innovation Hub

African evidence, generated by African nurses.

Promoting research, knowledge generation and innovation within the nursing profession across Africa.

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Healing Voices

Because nurses need care too.

A platform dedicated to workplace experiences, psychological wellbeing, burnout, workplace trauma and professional support for nurses.

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Join thousands of nurses learning, connecting and leading together.

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Our Impact

Building Measurable Change in Nursing Practice

Organisational statistics are reviewed and updated periodically. Community reach reflects the existing organisational profile figure, subject to verification.

Year Established

Community Reach

Flagship Programmes

Strategic Pillars

Professional Networking

Strengthened peer connections across nursing specialties, countries and career stages.

Learning & Mentorship

Increased access to structured CPD and mentorship programmes for nurses and students.

Career Growth

Enhanced career pathways, scholarships awareness and professional development.

Nurse Voice

A growing platform for advocacy, shared experiences and policy influence.

Figures for countries reached, nurses trained and institutional partnerships are updated as verification completes.

Upcoming Events

Learning Never Stops — Be in the Room

Webinars, conferences, training programmes, workshops and leadership discussions. Official dates are announced through the newsletter and member channels.

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Let's Talk Sessions Monthly series

Let's Talk Session — Emerging Issues in Nursing Practice

A moderated dialogue on the issues nurses are facing at the bedside and beyond, featuring expert guests and open floor discussion.

Virtual

Education & CPD Regular series

CPD Webinar — Clinical Updates for Frontline Nurses

Evidence-based clinical updates across specialty areas, aligned with the Education & CPD learning categories.

Online

Global Nurse Connect Periodic

Global Nurse Connect Forum

Knowledge exchange between African nurses and the diaspora on international pathways, collaboration and giving back.

Virtual

Healing Voices Periodic

Healing Voices — Wellbeing Conversation

A safe, expert-facilitated conversation on burnout, workplace trauma and professional support for nurses.

Virtual

Advocacy Forum Periodic

Nursing Advocacy Forum

Policy dialogue on scope of practice, professional regulation, workforce rights and safe staffing.

Hybrid

Research Hub Periodic

Research & Innovation Showcase

African nurse researchers present work in progress, with mentorship feedback from the Research Hub.

Virtual

What's Happening in the Movement

Organisational announcements, nursing developments, research publications and campaigns.

Let's Talk Nursing Africa Unveils Its Official Digital Home

Organisational News

November 2026

Let's Talk Nursing Africa Unveils Its Official Digital Home

The organisation has launched its official website — a central destination for nursing education, professional networking, mentorship, research, advocacy and career opportunities across Africa.

From Nurses CME Forum to Let's Talk Nursing Africa: Our Journey

Organisational News

November 2026

From Nurses CME Forum to Let's Talk Nursing Africa: Our Journey

Ten years after its founding in Nairobi, the platform that began as a CME forum has grown into a continental movement with 38,000+ nurses reached — and a bold vision for the decade ahead.

Call for Country Representatives: Taking LTNA Across Africa

Professional Announcements

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Call for Country Representatives: Taking LTNA Across Africa

As the organisation expands, national coordinators and country representatives will anchor local activities, partnerships and membership growth in participating African countries.

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Partnerships

Stronger Systems Need Stronger Alliances

We work with recognised institutions — regulators, universities, hospitals, development partners and innovators — to strengthen nursing across Africa. Partners are featured subject to their permission.

Nursing Regulatory Bodies

National Nursing Associations

Universities & Nursing Schools

Teaching & Referral Hospitals

Private Healthcare Institutions

International Nursing Organisations

Development Partners

NGOs & Civil Society

Healthcare Technology Companies

Research Institutions

Foundations & Philanthropies

Nursing Regulatory Bodies