July 12, 2023
Africa: Congratulations to Dr Eduardo Samo Gudo and Dr Morenike Oguan Alex-Okoh On Their Appointments As Chair and Vice-Chair of the Advisory and Technical Council of Africa CDC, Respectively
As the Director-General of Africa CDC, I take immense pride in witnessing this leadership transition. Dr. Gudo, your remarkable expertise in Immunology and Virology and your… Read more »
July 10, 2023
Africa: Africa CDC Joins African Union Organs in the Signing of the 4D Pact - a New Strategy for Speeding Up Agenda 2063
The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) joined Heads of State and Government, the African Union Commission (AUC) and its Organs, African business… Read more »
July 08, 2023
Africa: Two Years On, Saving Lives and Livelihoods Initiative Administers 32 Million Covid-19 Vaccine Doses and Strengthens Health Systems in Africa
Historic $1.5 billion partnership between Africa CDC and Mastercard Foundation launched in June 2021 to purchase COVID-19 vaccines, support the delivery of vaccinations to millions… Read more »
July 05, 2023
Africa: Interview With Malawi Minister of Health, Honourable Khumbize Kandodo Chiponda, MP
Please share with us Malawi's experience in managing the recent 2022/2023 Cholera outbreak in addition to the Cyclone Freddy- The Government of Malawi quickly detected and declared… Read more »
Tanzania: Lessons Learnt From the Marburg Virus Disease Outbreak in Tanzania
On March 16, 2023, the Tanzania Ministry of Health declared an outbreak of an unidentified illness in Bukoba district, Kagera region. A group of seven individuals presented with… Read more »
Africa: The Kofi Annan Fellowship in Global Health Leadership Program
The Kofi Annan Fellowship in Global Health Leadership Program has emerged as an inspiring initiative led by the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) with… Read more »
July 04, 2023
Africa: Africa CDC Renews Its Commitment to Reduce Vaccine-Preventable Diseases and Outbreaks in Africa
The President of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), H.E. Mr Felix Antoine Tshisekedi Tshilombo, alongside key health stakeholders and partners, hosted the third National Forum… Read more »
Africa: African Health Promotion and Communication Experts Root for Local Community Health Promotion Solutions for Disease Control and Prevention
30th June 2023 - Members of the Public Health Risk Communication and Community Engagement, Community of Practice for Africa (PH-RCCE-CoPA) have called for countries to prioritize… Read more »
Cameroon: The Africa CDC Hands Over Sequencing Equipment to the Republic of Cameroon
The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) is pleased to announce the official handover of sequencing equipment to the H.E Dr Manaouda Malachie, Minister of… Read more »
July 03, 2023
Africa: Call for Applications - 2023 Africa CDC Youth Pre Conference (#YPC2023)
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Africa: Africa CDC and USP Launch MOU to Advance Regional Manufacturing and Strengthen Regulatory and Laboratory Systems
June 30, 2023 - Today, alongside the Africa Health Business Symposium, the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) launched a Memorandum of Understanding… Read more »
July 02, 2023
Africa: Statement By Director-General Regarding the Outcome of the June 2023 Gavi Board Meeting.
The Memorandum of Understanding signed in May 2023 between Gavi and the African Union, represented by Africa CDC and the Health, Humanitarian Affairs, and Social Development (HHS)… Read more »
June 27, 2023
Africa: Director General of Africa CDC On Gavi's Announcement About Dr. Muhammad Pate's Decision to Decline His Appointment As the Next CEO
Following Gavi's recent announcement on Dr. Muhammad Pate's decision to decline his appointment as the next CEO for Gavi, I had a conversation on 26th June with my esteemed… Read more »
June 14, 2023
Congo-Kinshasa: The Mass Covid-19 Vaccination Campaign in the Democratic Republic of Congo Reaches Over 300,000 People
The Ministry of Health of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), the Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI), with the support of Africa Centres for Disease Control and… Read more »
June 09, 2023
Africa: Africa Health Excon 2023 - Showcasing Africa's Potential for Investment in Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical Business and Innovative Health Technology
Cairo, Egypt: June 9, 2023: The Director General of Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC), H.E. Dr Jean Kaseya, has called for concerted efforts to protect… Read more »
June 08, 2023
Africa: Govt Declares the End of Marburg Virus Disease
Today, Equatorial Guinea announced the end of the outbreak of Marburg Virus Disease (MVD) which was confirmed on 13 February 2023 in the north-western part of the country in the… Read more »
June 05, 2023
Africa: Call for Applications - Mortality Surveillance E-Learning Course
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May 26, 2023
Africa: Africa CDC Launches Short-Course Training in Vaccine Manufacturing Standard Practices
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May 25, 2023
Africa: A New Era of Redefining How Africa Deals With Health, Humanitarian and Climate Crises
Launch of Partnership between World Health Organization (WHO) and Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) Read more »
May 24, 2023
Africa: Ministerial Meeting On Strengthening Community Health Workforce, Systems and Programmes in Africa
"Strong Community Health systems in every community are critical for providing accessible, quality and cost-effective preventive and treatment services, including during… Read more »
May 18, 2023
Africa: Diagnostics for Fungal Disease in Africa
To prioritise fungal diseases in mainstream programming in Africa requires a comprehensive evaluation of diagnostic and treatment capacity, an initiative that was taken by mycology… Read more »
Africa: Africa CDC Digital Transformation Strategy to Revolutionize and Strengthen Public Health Systems Across the Continent
Africa CDC recognizes the power of technology in improving healthcare outcomes, especially in low and middle-income countries. With the increasing penetration of mobile phones and… Read more »
May 17, 2023
Africa: Joint Regional Technical Meeting On Mortality Surveillance in Africa
Africa CDC convened public health experts from Southern and Eastern Africa regions to advocate and raise awareness on the adoption of the continental framework for strengthening… Read more »
May 16, 2023
Africa: High-Level Seminar On Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs), Injuries Prevention and Control and Mental Health Promotion for Senior Public Health Officials in Africa
The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) organized a high-level seminar on Non-communicable diseases (NCDs), Injuries prevention and control and Mental… Read more »
May 15, 2023
Africa: The Signing of a New Agreement to Drive Vaccine Impact in Africa
The African Union Commission (AUC) and Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance (Gavi), signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to increase access and accelerate the uptake of life-saving… Read more »
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