The 74th session of the World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Committee for Africa (#RC74AFRO) is officially underway in Brazzaville, #Congo. This week, Member States will discuss and take strategic decisions that will shape our efforts towards improving health outcomes in the WHO African Region region.

Félicitations à S.E. Denis Sassou-N'Guesso - Officiel, Président du Congo, reconnu pour son leadership et sa contribution à la santé publique et au bien-être des populations du #Congo et d'#Afrique, par Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, et Dr Dr Matshidiso Moeti de l’OMS. #RC74AFRO

Warmest congratulations to H.E. Denis Sassou-N'Guesso - Officiel , President of the Republic of Congo on being recognized by World Health Organization (WHO) DG, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus and WHO African Region RD, Dr @Moeti for his leadership and contribution to public health and the well-being of the people of #Congo and #Africa. #RC74AFRO

Congrats to WHO African Region RD, Dr Dr Matshidiso Moeti for the leadership on the #TransformationAgenda that has significantly impacted health outcomes in Africa over the last 10 years. I invite you to explore the results of this agenda in this report: bit.ly/3MjCfRd #RC74AFRO

In 2023, the #UCN Cluster of WHO African Region & partners supported Member States to respond to their increasing disease burden. I am happy to invite you to explore the results of our collective efforts towards #EndingDiseasesInAfrica. See more in our 2023 report: bit.ly/3UHrEo5

We are grateful to Kuwait for the continuous support to our efforts towards #NTDs elimination.

Indeed #InvestingInWHO contributes to the overall goal of #EndingDiseaseinAfrica. A huge appreciation to the Children’s Investment Fund Foundation for committing USD 10 million towards ending #NTD in Africa, addressing climate change & improving maternal health to achieve #UHC

Grateful for the productive discussions with الصندوق الكويتي للتنمية following their remarkable $5 million pledge towards #EndingNTDs. Thank you for entrusting #ESPEN to lead this mission. Your longstanding partnership is critical to our journey to #EndingDiseasesInAfrica.

Excited to see the Framework for implementation of the Global Diabetes Compact adopted by Member States at the ongoing #RC74AFRO. This is a huge win for our efforts to improve diabetes care and prevention in Africa. Read more ➡️ bit.ly/3yCK9lc

Célébrons #PEV@50 en protégeant les enfants des maladies évitables par la vaccination. Du 9 au 12 sept 2024, les responsables du PEV d’Afrique centrale se réuniront en #RDC pour échanger et renforcer la coopération vaccinale. #LesVaccinsÇaMarche #RéunionPEV2024

The Central African #EPIMeeting2024 kicks off in Kinshasa, #DRC, with a focus on reducing zero-dose children, introducing new vaccines, and strengthening immunization programs to overcome outbreaks. A key step toward a healthier Africa! #VaccineWorks #EndingDiseasesInAfrica

Début de la réunion des directeurs PEV d'Afrique centrale à Kinshasa, RDC, axée sur la réduction des enfants zéro dose, l'introduction de nouveaux vaccins et le renforcement des programmes de vaccination. Une étape clé vers une Afrique en meilleure santé ! #LesVaccinsMarchent

Improving immunization in Central Africa is key to protecting millions of children. On day 2 of the Central African #EPIMeeting2024, EPI managers shared experiences on the implementation of new vaccines, and strategies to improve access & immunization coverage. #VaccinesWork

Les discussions de ce jour montrent l’état de la couverture vaccinale en Afrique centrale, l’introduction des nouveaux vaccins et les stratégies pour améliorer l’accès aux vaccins. Ce partage d’expériences est la clé pour sauver des vies et transformer l’avenir des populations.

Equitable access to vaccines is key to defeating vaccine preventable diseases. The ongoing #CentralAfrica #EPIMeeting is discussing how to address gender gaps in vaccination programs to ensure equitable access to vaccines. Together, we can achieve a more inclusive health programs

L'intégration de la dimension genre dans les programmes de vaccination est essentielle pour assurer un accès équitable à la protection contre les maladies évitables par la vaccination. Ensemble, avançons vers des programmes de santé plus inclusifs.

At the ongoing Central Africa #EPIMeeting2024, stakeholders are discussing the current measles situation in Central Africa. It is urgent to strengthen preventive and response measures by increasing funding for vaccination campaigns to curb outbreaks and protect our children.

Jour 3 de #PEV_50 à Kinshasa. L'intégration du genre dans les programmes de vaccination est essentielle pour assurer un accès équitable à la protection contre les maladies évitables par la vaccination. Ensemble, avançons vers des programmes de santé plus inclusifs.

The West Africa #EPIMeeting2024 kicks off in #Praia, #CaboVerde. Thanks to the Vice Prime Min. & Min of Finance, Hon. Dr Olavo Avelino Garcia Correia for opening the meeting. Over 150 participants from 17 countries will review progress & discuss ways to improve immunization.

Congrats to Niger on the launch of malaria vaccination. This is an addition to the malaria control toolbox that will protect children from deadly malaria. For us at WHO African Region, we'll continue to work with partners through our #AMVIRA initiative to support this vaccination effort.