Janabi nominated WHO African region director
The World Health Organisation says Mohamed Janabi has been nominated as the next African regional director.
The organisation said in a statement that the nomination was during a special session of the WHO Regional Committee for Africa held in Geneva ahead of the World Health Assembly on Sunday.
“The special session by member states of the WHO African Region to elect the next Regional Director was agreed upon and organised following the sudden and untimely death of Regional Director-elect, Dr Faustine Ndugulile in November 2024.
“Other candidates were Dr N’da Konan Michel Yao (proposed by Côte d’Ivoire), Dr Mohammed Dramé (proposed by Guinea,), and Prof. Moustafa Mijiyawa (proposed by Togo),” it said.
According to this, Janabi’s nomination will be submitted for appointment by the 157th session of the WHO Executive Board, which will take place from May 28 to 29 in Geneva.
It said that the newly appointed regional director would take office thereafter for a five-year term and be eligible for reappointment once.
In his acceptance remarks, Janabi expressed commitment to advancing the health of the people of the region.
“Thank you for your trust in me. I will not let you down. Your support underscores our collective resolve to build a healthier, stronger and more united Africa.
“As we face challenges ranging from infectious diseases, noncommunicable diseases to climate change and limited health financing, we must harness African resilience and unity,” he said.
WHO director-general Tedros Ghebreyesus congratulated Janabi on his nomination and praised the other candidates on their campaigns.
According to Mr Ghebreyesus, Janabi will take the reins at an unprecedented time for Africa and the WHO.
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