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Major barriers include inadequate healthcare infrastructure, limited trained personnel, scarcity of donors, high costs, cultural misconceptions, and poor documentation. Notably, progress has been made in Nigeria, Egypt, Morocco, Tunisia, South Africa, Tanzania and Algeria, but the overall transplant rate remains low. Emerging strategies such as regional collaborations, the development of African\u2010specific donor registries, and technological innovations are being explored to improve access and outcomes.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>While HSCT in Africa is still in its infancy, strategic investments in infrastructure, capacity building, donor registry development, and regional cooperation hold promise for broader access. 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