Wednesday, June 24, 2026

Africa CDC

June 9, 2026

ExCon 2026: Egypt to explore future of digital healthcare in Africa

The event will examine digital transformation, artificial intelligence, healthcare innovation and investment opportunities.

Flag of Egypt
May 30, 2026

WHO urges community action against Ebola

He advised anyone experiencing symptoms to seek early medical attention, saying that timely treatment could significantly improve outcomes.

World Health Organization
May 25, 2026

WHO steps up Ebola response in DRC, Uganda with $3.9 million emergency fund

He urged neighbouring countries to strengthen surveillance at points of entry.

WHO
May 16, 2026

Gavi seeks board approval for $189 million to support Africa’s vaccine manufacturing sector 

The CEO of Gavi, Dr Sania Nishtar, said in its first 18 months, AVMA made remarkable progress.

Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance
May 4, 2026

WHO, Africa-CDC say Africa facing widening malaria funding gap

They noted that strong primary health care systems remained the backbone of malaria elimination.

WHO
May 1, 2026

Africa CDC investigates unknown disease outbreak in Burundi

The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention says it is investigating an unknown disease outbreak in Burundi, deploying experts to affected communities.

Burundian hospital with patients
April 6, 2026

Africa CDC appoints Osinbajo as senior strategic adviser

Mr Osinbajo served as Nigeria’s vice-president from 2015 to 2023.

Osinbajo at Ford Foundation event
March 5, 2026

Africa CDC pushes access to new HIV prevention drug

Several other African countries are currently reviewing the drug or awaiting regulatory approval for rollout.

The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention
February 14, 2026

Health Sovereignty: African leaders target 60% local manufacturing by 2040

For Nigeria, Mr Tomori said the declaration could be a turning point, given its position as the continent’s largest pharmaceutical market.

Pharmaceutical drugs