Mpox outbreaks in Africa constitute a public health emergency of continental security
On Aug 13, 2024, the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) declared mpox a public health emergency of continental security (PHECS) in Africa, acting under its mandate to address significant public health threats. This mandate was established in July, 2022, by the Executive Council of the Africa Union (AU) Assembly through its […]
Opinion: Here’s what today’s African vaccine accelerator launch means
The African Vaccine Manufacturing Accelerator launches today. It aims to invest at least $1 billion over 10 years to meet the global need for vaccine supply against key diseases.By Jean Kaseya, Sania Nishtar, Chrysoula Zacharopoulou // 20 June 2024 News this month of the death of the first person with laboratory-confirmed H5N2 bird flu and the continued spread of H5N1 bird flu […]
Building Sustainable Vaccine Manufacturing in Africa: Africa CDC at the World Vaccine Congress, USA
The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) participated in the World Vaccine Congress in USA, demonstrating its leadership role in Africa’s vaccine manufacturing ecosystem. Africa CDC’s engagement included a strategic roundtable, four (4) insightful speaking sessions, and a lively exhibition booth. This robust participation stimulated critical discussions around vaccine manufacturing, equity, localization, […]
Opinion: Africa needs a win from the pandemic agreement negotiations
While a global pandemic agreement is essential, it shouldn’t worsen the weaknesses and inequalities already present in health care systems around the world, especially in Africa. A health worker prepares a COVID-19 vaccine at a makeshift tent in downtown Nairobi, Kenya, in December 2021.A proposed pandemic agreement is much needed, but its form, content, and […]
Revital Healthcare, Driving African Local Manufacturing of Medical Devices
Imagine a future where every child in Africa can get their vaccines on time and how disease outbreaks could be swiftly managed by locally produced vaccines and medicines. This future is not a distant dream but a tangible reality shaped by the Africa CDC to guarantee health security across the continent. Africa faces a significant […]
Strengthening Infection Prevention and Control: Africa CDC’s Legal Framework
The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has developed and endorsed a comprehensive Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Legal Framework, marking a significant milestone in the region’s commitment to protecting public health and strengthening healthcare systems. This legal framework provides essential guidelines and regulations for preventing and controlling infectious diseases, promoting a […]
The 3rd African Hepatitis Summit: “Putting Africa on Track towards Viral Hepatitis Elimination
Viral hepatitis remains a pressing concern, causing over 125,000 deaths annually in Africa alone, despite the existence of effective treatments and Hepatitis B vaccine. It is alarming that in Africa, over 70% of people living with viral hepatitis are unaware of their status and more than 90% lack necessary care. To address this, the World […]
Preparing Communities for the Next Pandemic Through Risk Communication
Risk Communication and Community Engagement (RCCE) is widely recognized as a critical component of public health emergency preparedness and response. At the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Africa CDC, along with its Member States and key partners, including the World Health Organization (WHO), established the Public Health Risk Communication and Community Engagement Community of […]
A new deal for African health security
Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention has a vision: to become world-class and self-sustaining and position itself in line with universal health coverage, Sustainable Development Goals and the African Union’s Agenda 2063. To do so, it is proposing a New Deal Infectious diseases continue to be the major causes of mortality and morbidity in […]
Health: A Political Choice – From Fragmentation to Integration
