Welcome To Sidama Public Health Institue!

Protecting and improving the health of Sidama through science, preparedness and public service.

Who we are

Public health leadership through science, preparedness and service.

Sidama Public Health Institute is a legally established regional public health institution mandated to conduct research on priority public health and nutrition issues, support public health emergency management, strengthen quality laboratory services, and improve health data systems for evidence-based policy and practice.

Our Strategic Priorities

What we do

SPHI’s strategic direction is focused on building stronger systems that connect emergency preparedness, research, laboratory quality, data systems, capacity building, and institutional performance.


News and Events


Public Health Alert! heavy rainfall and landslide risks.

Heavy rains are increasing the risk of landslides in hilly areas. Residents in high-risk zones are urged to relocate or take immediate precautions.

Protect Yourself & Your Community.

Landslide safety: Watch for ground cracks, listen to weather alerts, evacuate uphill.

Malaria prevention: Sleep under treated nets, drain standing water, seek testing for fever.

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