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Telling Africa’s Health Story from Within

Welcome to the Africa Public Health Podcast – Your Front-Row Seat to the Future of Health in Africa

Public health in Africa is evolving, and so is the dialogue shaping its future. The Africa Public Health Podcast, powered by Africa CDC, is your exclusive access to expert-driven conversations on the continent’s most pressing health challenges, groundbreaking innovations, and bold strategies transforming public health.

From cutting-edge disease surveillance to breakthrough scientific discoveries, this podcast brings you insider perspectives from leading health experts, researchers, and policymakers driving change across Africa.

Why Listen?

  • Unmatched Expertise: Exclusive insights from Africa CDC leaders and top global health professionals.
  • Innovation in Action: Explore game-changing advances in disease prevention, pandemic preparedness, and health security.
  • Africa’s Health Story—Told by African Thought Leaders: Spotlighting the voices of experts leading the charge to strengthen Africa’s health security.

Featured Episode

The Power of Genomics in Disease Control with Dr. Sofonias Tessema

What exactly is genomics, and why does it matter for Africa’s health security? In this teaser, host Andisiwe Michelle May introduces Dr. Sofonias Tessema, a leading expert in pathogen genomics at Africa CDC. Get to know the mind behind Africa’s push for genomic surveillance, his journey into the field, and why this technology is a game-changer for tracking and stopping infectious diseases.

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