Institut National de Recherche Biomédicale (INRB)'s Pathogen Genomic Lab - INRB strengthens its skills in bioinformatics and phylogeny! From 14 to 25 October, three members of the Pathogen Genomic Lab - INRB's bioinformatics team took part in an intensive training course organised by #Transvihmi and the IRD.fr as part of the #AFROSCREEN project

This #WorldAIDSDay, I am reminded that health is not a privilege—it’s a fundamental human right. Today, as we reflect on the progress we have made, I am proud of the launch of the Africa CDC’s Integrated Health Systems Strategic Priorities (2024–2027). This new approach is a

January 4, 2025: At the Institut National de Recherche Biomédicale (INRB) , the President of the DRC chaired the ceremony for the handover of medical equipment for the Mpox response, donated by Africa CDC. Accompanied by Prof. Muyembe Tamfum, he visited the Pathogen Genomic Lab - INRB and met with Prof. Placide Mbala. #Health #INRB

Pour bien débuter l année.. une visite du chef de l état a l INRB cc Muyembe Tamfum Présidence RDC 🇨🇩 Institut National de Recherche Biomédicale (INRB) #MPOX#CDC

Attention to all prospective fellows and ambitious scientists in Africa! Exciting news awaits tomorrow as we unveil and launch one of the biggest and most prestigious fellowship programs on the continent. In collaboration with the SA DEPARTMENT OF SCIENCE,TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION , the Presidency, SAMRC ,

Derrière chaque #crise, des experts travaillent sans relâche pour trouver des solutions durables. La récente visite du Dr Chikwe Ihekweazu à Institut National de Recherche Biomédicale (INRB) rappelle l'importance de la recherche qui transforme la connaissance en réponses concrètes face aux défis sanitaires. Écoutons🎥

Today, Africa CDC hosted H.E. Dr Gedion, Minister of Foreign Affairs (The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ethiopia 🇪🇹) & H.E. Dr Mekdes, Minister of Health of #Ethiopia (Ministry of Health ETHIOPIA). Ethiopia plays a vital role as host country, as a Center of Excellence, and advancing health security and resilience across Africa.

Congratulations to Prof. Christian T. Happi on being named one of TIME’s 100 Most Influential People of 2025! 🧬👏Your visionary leadership in genomics & unwavering dedication to advancing public health across Africa continue to inspire a global movement toward equity, innovation,

Apprenez le #sacrifice à ceux qui vous suivent. Tous les grands ont en commun le #sacrifice et l'endurance. Vous devenez grand au prix du #sacrifice.

A pleasure to be included on this as part of the WHO TAG-VE along with many esteemed colleagues: A systematic nomenclature for mpox viruses causing outbreaks with sustained human-to-human transmission nature.com/articles/s4159…

Ne ratez pas de détecter la grandeur voilée dans une personne. Cette reconnaissance passe votre #humilité et votre #considération inconditionnelle pour chaque être humain

Autant les ressources humaines sont un déterminant majeur de réussite d'une entreprise, autant cela est vrai pour le type d'amis et le type d'entourage pour votre vie. Ayez des amis qui vous challengent et qui vous incitent positivement et qui sont connectés à vos #objectifs.

Dieu est grand, fidèle à ses promesses. Dieu d'Abraham soit loué à jamais pour tes œuvres redoutables et pour tes voies insondables. Sans ta miséricorde, sans le sang de notre Seigneur Jesus-Christ, nous n'aurions aucune place, aucune parole et aucun privilège ici bas.

Félicitations au docteur Dr Jean Kaseya décoré ce jour Commandeur de l'Ordre national de Zambie, la plus haute distinction du pays en reconnaissance de son engagement pour le continent. « C'est un grand honneur pour mon continent, pour l'Africa CDC et pour moi-même », a déclaré

Today in Lusaka, I joined Ministers of Health from across African Union Member States for a high-level breakfast session on cholera. We discussed how to strengthen coordination, accelerate national responses, and ensure that the Continental Cholera Preparedness and Response

A pleasure to meet H.E. Sarah Cleto Rial, Minister of Health of South Sudan, on the sidelines of the 75th World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Committee for Africa (#RC75) in Lusaka. We discussed South Sudan’s response to cholera and the importance of strong health systems. Together, with solidarity and

🧪 Institut National de Recherche Biomédicale (INRB) has been at the frontline of the 16th #Ebola outbreak in Bulape, Kasai Province. A mobile lab deployed at Bulape General Hospital, with the support of the Congolese Government and partners, enables on-site diagnosis & surveillance to protect communities. #INRB

📍Mweka – Training laboratory staff in Ebola response Today, October 1, 2025, the Institut National de Recherche Biomédicale (INRB) sequencing laboratory in Mweka, in collaboration with OMS RDC, launched a 2-day training for 6 laboratory staff from the Mweka Health Zone. The program includes both theory and

On October 9, 2025, the Minister of Health Ministère de la Santé RDC, together with the Director General of Institut National de Santé Publique RDC and the Coordinator of COUSP, visited the Institut National de Recherche Biomédicale (INRB) laboratory established in Bulape. They were welcomed by Mrs. Amuri Aziza, the laboratory’s supervisor, who presented

🧬 Special Edition – Response to the 16th Ebola Outbreak in Kasai, DRC Our special newsletter edition is now available on our website! This issue highlights the pivotal role of the Pathogen Genomic Lab - INRB (INRB) in the rapid confirmation of the Ebola outbreak through virological and