Addis Ababa, Ethiopia | 21 October 2026
The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) and Ethiopian Airlines have partnered to offer a 20% discount on air tickets to participants attending the Fifth International Conference on Public Health in Africa (CPHIA 2026) who are funding their own participation.
The conference will take place from 23 to 27 November 2026 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, under the theme “Africa’s Health Security and Sovereignty.” It will bring together public health leaders, policymakers, researchers, scientists, development partners and other stakeholders from across Africa and around the world to advance discussions on the continent’s health priorities.
Through this partnership, self-sponsored participants travelling with Ethiopian Airlines will benefit from a 20% discount on eligible air tickets by using the promotional code CPHIA2026 when booking, subject to the applicable terms and conditions.
As Africa’s leading airline, Ethiopian Airlines plays a key role in connecting the continent and facilitating travel for international conferences and major events. This partnership reflects a shared commitment to supporting participation in CPHIA 2026 and strengthening engagement among Africa’s public health community.
Africa CDC encourages prospective participants who are funding their own travel to take advantage of this offer when planning their trip to Addis Ababa.
Participants can visit the official conference website for registration and updates: https://cphia.africacdc.org
Promotional code: CPHIA2026
Booking eligibility, applicable routes, discount conditions and the validity period are subject to the terms communicated by Ethiopian Airlines.
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About CPHIA 2026
The International Conference on Public Health in Africa (CPHIA) is a leading platform for African public health professionals, policymakers, researchers and partners to exchange knowledge, share innovations and advance African-led solutions to the continent’s health challenges. The fifth edition, CPHIA 2026, will be held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, from 23 to 27 November 2026, under the theme “Africa’s Health Security and Sovereignty.”
About Africa CDC
The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) is the African Union’s autonomous public health agency. Established in 2016 and launched in 2017, it works with Member States to strengthen public health systems and improve disease prevention, preparedness and emergency response. Headquartered in Addis Ababa, it operates through five Regional Coordinating Centres. For more information, visit: http://www.africacdc.org and follow Africa CDC on LinkedIn, X, Facebook, and YouTube.
About Ethiopian Airlines
Ethiopian Airlines is Africa’s leading aviation group, connecting destinations across Africa and the world through its international passenger and cargo services. The airline supports connectivity, trade, tourism and travel for business, institutional and international events across the continent.
Media enquiries: Directorate of Communications and Public Information, Africa CDC | Email: communications@africacdc.org
