BioNTech’s Kigali manufacturing facility could become the first commercial mRNA facility in Africa, intended to support the African Union’s and Africa CDC’s goal of producing 60 percent of total vaccine doses required on the continent by 2040.

'€40 million is needed to establish a full-scale biomanufacturing training facility in Africa. Capacity building and secured financial and technical resources are crucial to empower our scientists and researchers to produce life-saving vaccines for our communities.'

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“At Africa CDC we are driving the establishment of vaccine facilities through political support and capacity building. Effective supply chain management and pooled procurement mechanisms are also critical for sustainable development and the success of vaccine manufacturing in

Despite economic challenges from #COVID19 , debt, and climate change, The African Union member states are paving the way toward better health outcomes.
During the Africa CDC high-level side event at the #WHA77 , 'Setting Priorities and Optimising Resources in Africa: A New Public

Africa CDC through the Non-Communicable Diseases, Injury Prevention, and Mental Health #NCDIMH Promotion Program Unit conducted a Peer Review Exercise and Engagement of the leadership of the Ministry of Health, various government departments, stakeholders, and partners in the

“The burden of #NCD s among African Union Member States is higher than the global average, to tackle it, Africa CDC has developed a continental strategy which advocates for homegrown solutions and partnerships that will guarantee equitable access to #NCD Medicines”

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Africa CDC and the CEPI signed a Memorandum of Understanding #MoU on the sidelines of the 77th World Health Assembly to expand their partnership to strengthen epidemic and pandemic prevention, preparedness, and response in Africa. #WHA77
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Join us virtually for the premiere of the 2024 Lancet series on #AMR .

Antimicrobial resistance threatens global health and decades of progress in treating infections.

Africa CDC is co-hosting the The Lancet series with authors, experts, policymakers, and civil society to

Africa CDC joined Medicines for Malaria Venture (MMV) 25th year celebration and spoke on equity, inclusiveness & access through End-to-End drug manufacturing. Addressing ecosystem challenges such R&D, Financing, Regulatory will significantly accelerate Africa’s Fight against malaria. #WHA77 #PHAHM

'We are proud to celebrate an unprecedented partnership between Africa CDC & World Health Organization (WHO) - the Joint Emergency Action Plan (JEAP), a movement to address complex challenges collaboratively & transform the health security landscape in Africa.'

Jean Kaseya, Director-General Africa CDC

'Effective Malaria Control can significantly impact public health and economic stability. It can lead to the reduction of malaria cases, decrease mortality rates, and alleviate the economic burden on families and healthcare systems. Additionally, it can contribute to stronger

At the Executive Roundtable for Optimizing Malaria Prioritization and Preparing for Innovation, organized by Novartis Global Health and Sustainability on the margins of #WHA77 , Africa CDC Ag. Deputy Director General Dr. Raj Tajudeen emphasized the importance of local

#HappeningNow !
On the sidelines of #WHA77 , Africa CDC representatives are attending the High-level side event:
'Tackling the Preventable Burden of #NCDs in Africa: An Integrated Approach to the Prevention, Early Detection, and Treatment of Cardio-Renal Diseases'.

Join us at the

The #WHA77 starts with a focus on physical well-being. H.E. Dr Jean Kaseya, Director-General of Africa CDC, emphasizes that #WalkTheTalk is more than just an exercise. It's an opportunity to join the global community passionate about improving global health!
It is time to walk

As an autonomous organ of the African Union, Africa CDC is at the forefront of enhancing health information exchange across Africa, ensuring seamless collaboration and swift response to health emergencies.
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Africa CDC plans to launch Cohort 4 of the #KofiAnnan Fellowship and seeks the services of a world-class coaching firm based in Africa and able to provide a suite of coaches that are accredited and coaching services in the AU languages – #English , #French , #Portuguese , #Spanish ,