How can genomics and pathogen surveillance transform Africa’s fight against infectious diseases? In this premiere episode, host Andisiwe Michelle May sits down with Dr. Sofonias Tessema, the Program Lead for Pathogen Genomics at Africa CDC, to discuss how genomic technology is transforming outbreak detection and response across the continent.
From tracking infectious disease outbreaks to scaling genomic sequencing capabilities in 40+ African nations, Dr. Tessema shares insights on malaria, Ebola, cholera, antimicrobial resistance (AMR), and AI-driven innovations shaping the future of disease surveillance.
Why This Matters
- Faster outbreak detection
- Precision health solutions & data-driven disease response
- African-led innovation shaping global health
