MEDIA ADVISORY

Special Press Briefing Marking the 7^th Anniversary of the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC)

INVITATION TO REPRESENTATIVES OF THE MEDIA

WHAT: Celebration of Africa CDC 7^th Year Anniversary and Launch of 7 Years Impact Report.

WHEN: Wednesday, 31^st January 2024

TIME: 1:00pm– 1:45pm East Africa Time (GMT +3)

WHERE: Africa CDC Headquarters, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

OVERVIEW: In commemoration of its 7^th year anniversary on 31^st January 2024, the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) will host a special press briefing to engage with members of the media. This occasion marks a significant milestone in the existence of the organization since its establishment and official launch by the Heads-of States and Governments of the African Union in 2017. The first 7 years have witnessed transformative growth at institutional, strategic, and operational levels. Africa CDC, as a platform for strategic guidance and knowledge exchange among Member States, is steadfast in its commitment to continental health security.

Main Objective and Theme: The celebration aims to spotlight Africa CDC's progress, aligning with our mission and strategic contributions. The theme, "A Journey of commitment and action to safeguarding Africa’s Health Security," resonates with our dedication to championing African health security, as outlined in our recently launched second Strategic Plan (2023-2027). Hence, the leadership of Africa CDC is keen to interact with members of the media to share key highlights of the remarkable journey and strategic direction of Africa’s premier public health agency.

Agenda:

1. Welcome Remarks
2. Keynote Address: Reflecting on 7 Years of Impact
3. Launch of 7 Years Impact Report and Annual Report for 2023
4. Q&A Session

SPEAKERS: H.E. Dr Jean Kaseya, Director General, Africa CDC

                        H.E. Minata Samate CESSOUMA, Commissioner for Health, Humanitarian

                        Affairs and Social Development, AUC

MODERATOR: Ms. Ndahafa Nakwafila, Ag. Head of Communication & Public Information Directorate, Africa CDC

LAUNGUAGES: The briefing will be available in English, French, Portuguese and Arabic through interpretation.

Media Q&A: Journalists may submit questions to Africa CDC during the briefing by sending their full name and the name of their media organisation to WhatsApp at (+251 945 502 310). Journalists can also ask questions live via Zoom.

You can also follow the briefing using the link below:

Via zoom: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_gm0eNaY-T-6rk6BR4P1q9Q

Livestream:https://app.restream.io/new-event invitation/ejY4VmVENwE4M6zzKkx4p692VAWS9Sk/email

Media inquiries:

Ndahafa Nakwafila, Ag. Head of Communication & Public Information Division: Africa CDC | Tel: +251 929 979 820 | Email: nakwafilan@africacdc.org

G. Nekerwon Gweh, Communication Officer - Communication & Public Information Division: Africa CDC | Tel: +251 945 502 310 | Email: gwehn@africacdc.org

About Africa CDC

The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) is a continental autonomous Public Health agency of the African Union which supports Memhber States in their efforts to strengthen health systems and improve surveillance, emergency response, prevention and control of diseases.

Learn more at: http://www.africacdc.org

About the African Union

The African Union spearheads Africa’s development and integration in close collaboration with African Union Member States, the Regional Economic Communities and African citizens. AU Vision: to accelerate progress towards an integrated, prosperous and inclusive Africa, at peace with itself, playing a dynamic role in the continental and global arena, effectively driven by an accountable, efficient and responsive Commission.

Learn more at: http://www.au.int/en