Nairobi, Kenya – From 5th to 7th November 2024, the African Union (AU) and Africa CDC convened the second meeting of the Multisectoral Taskforce on Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs), Injuries, and Mental Health (NCDIMH) in Nairobi. The gathering marked a pivotal moment in addressing the continent’s pressing health challenges, aligning efforts
Nairobi, Kenya—The AU Commission in partnership with the African Leaders Malaria Alliance (ALMA) convened experts on malaria from various African Union (AU) Member States and other strategic partners to prepare and finalise the 2024 AU Malaria Progress Report as well as the draft 2024 AU Decision on Malaria Progress
Oran, Algeria – The Pan-African Youth Forum 2024, held in Oran, Algeria from November 1-4, brought together passionate youth leaders from across the continent for insightful discussions. The event, hosted by the Africa Union and Higher Council for Youth of Algeria, emphasized collaboration and innovation in addressing Africa’s challenges, with
In a significant stride toward advancing Africa’s health autonomy and pharmaceutical landscape, the African Union (AU) Commission, led by H.E. Amb Minata Samate Cessouma, Commissioner for Health, Humanitarian Affairs, and Social Development, joined the Government of the Republic of Rwanda in officially launching the eight-story, modern flagship facility designated
From 19-23 October 2024, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Member States gathered for a pivotal workshop focused on the Africa Leadership Meeting (ALM) Declaration: Investing in Health Diagnostic and Monitoring Tools. The tools offer a comprehensive framework for assessing and improving health financing practices across the
