Strokes are on the rise in Africa: why the continent needs its own care guidelines

By: Nicholas Aderinto, MD, University of Utah, The Conversation

Outlets: The Conversation

Published: November 13, 2025

Words: 1,325

Last Updated: 1 week, 4 days ago

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A stroke is a medical emergency that happens when something prevents the brain from getting enough blood flow. Stroke is now one of the leading causes of death and disability in Africa. Current estimates indicate rates of incidence (new cases) as high as 316 per 100,000 people annually and prevalence (existing cases) of 1,460 per 100,000 – among the highest globally.

Yet, most nations lack locally adapted stroke management guidelines. …

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