Africa’s Health Revolution: The Power of Research and Development
How is Africa CDC using research and innovation to tackle Africa’s most pressing health crises?In this episode of the Africa Public Health Podcast, host Andisiwe Michelle May sits down with Dr. Mosoka P. Fallah, Acting Director of Science, Research, and Innovation at Africa CDC, to explore how research and development (R&D) is reshaping the future […]
A Silent Epidemic: Confronting Africa’s NCD Crisis with Dr. Adelard Kakunze
How are non-communicable diseases becoming Africa’s next big health challenge?In this second episode, host Andisiwe Michelle May sits down with Dr. Adelard Kakunze, Advisor on Non-Communicable Diseases at Africa CDC, to explore the growing burden of NCDs—often overlooked, yet silently driving mortality across the continent. From rising rates of hypertension, diabetes, and cancer to the […]
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.