Read details on the latest epidemiological trends, including an update on the geographic expansion of #mpox in the WHO African Region (July–August 2024).⏬ 🔗bit.ly/4fEGCnh

Collaboration with communities is essential in outbreak response. It helps to build trust & enhance compliance with public health measures. See how community mobilizers are working on the frontlines of the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s mpox control efforts.

.World Health Organization (WHO) media briefing on outcome of the #mpox Emergency Committee meeting x.com/i/broadcasts/1…

Today, the Emergency Committee on #mpox met and advised me that in its view, the situation constitutes a public health emergency of international concern. I have accepted that advice. World Health Organization (WHO) is on the ground, working with the affected countries, and others at risk, through our

𝐐: 𝐈 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 #𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐱. 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐈 𝐝𝐨 𝐭𝐨 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐩𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐝? 𝐀: Follow your healthcare provider’s guidance. If advised to isolate at home: ☑️Avoid having close contact with others until your lesions

Contributed to #AfricaCDC's RMH leadership training for 15 Member States in🌍. #SRHR is vital for sustainable devt. World Health Organization (WHO) is committed to supporting MS to safeguard the health &wellbeing of mothers,newborns &children to realize their full potential.#SRHR4All #PartnershipsforHealth

📅 Starting on 26 August, join us for the 74th session of the WHO Regional Committee for Africa in Brazzaville, Congo. 📍 Catch live coverage/updates from 26-30 August on our social media channels and website. 🗳️ Key items on the agenda include the election of a new regional

#Mpox transmission occurs via close contact with infected persons, animals, or objects. Stay safe by avoiding exposure, keeping hands clean, and monitoring for symptoms. Learn more on OpenWHO.org: bit.ly/4dLwszg

Heartfelt thanks to 14 African countries and partners for pledging over US$ 45 million at the World Health Organization (WHO) Investment Round. Your support is crucial in driving health progress across the African region. Read more : afro.who.int/news/fourteen-…

Congratulations, Faustine Ndugulile, on your nomination as WHO African Region Regional Director. This is an extremely fulfilling role & despite the challenges, I know you will take the baton & go on to accelerate the gains already made, putting the health of the people of Africa at the centre.

It is truly a honour to be elected as the next Regional Director of WHO African Region, and I am grateful to the Ministers of Health from Member States for their trust in my capabilities. I extend my heartfelt appreciation to the President of Tanzania, H.E. Samia Suluhu, for her

LIVE from #RC74AFRO: Special briefing on the #mpox epidemic in Africa with Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus x.com/i/broadcasts/1…

LIVE from #RC74AFRO: Special briefing on the #mpox epidemic in Africa with Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus x.com/i/broadcasts/1…

The media launch of the #EastAfricaGlobalHealthSecuritySummit2025 concluded with the exciting unveiling of the gssafrica.org website and the official Hackathon announcement! #KenyaVision2030 #EARGHSS #GlobalHealthSecurity #UNMC, #HealthImpact #JKP

To protect #OurCommonFuture, the world needs the Pandemic Agreement – a shared approach to shared threats.

Deeply honoured for the recognition by OAFLAD 🌍 for the efforts to promote gender equity. This not only a personal honour, but a reflection of our shared commitment. Thank you OAFLAD 🌍 for driving meaningful change across our continent! #WeAreEqual

I received the credentials of Prof Francis Chisaka Kasolo, Director of the World Health Organization Liaison Office to the African Union. I commended his Office for the strong partnership with the AU, particularly with AU Public Health specialised Organs.

I received the credentials of Prof Francis Chisaka Kasolo, Director of the World Health Organization Liaison Office to the African Union. I commended his Office for the strong partnership with the AU, particularly with AU Public Health specialised Organs.

I had the honor of presenting my credentials as the Director of WHO at AU and UNECA to the Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Moussa Faki Mahamat Moussa Faki Mahamat. I reitrated World Health Organization (WHO) commitment to working with AU & member states to tackle the continent's health challenges

Today WHO at AU and UNECA Director Francis Kasolo presented credentials to Moussa Faki Mahamat who emphasised the vital AU-WHO partnership since the 1960s. World Health Organization (WHO) remains a committed partner of AUC & it's organs in building a healthier, more resilient Africa for all. #HealthForAll#Agenda2063