Kenya and Africa CDC Strengthen Ties to Bolster Public Health Surveillance
The bilateral discussions emphasized the critical need for coordinated efforts to address complex health challenges and to seize shared opportunities for progress.
Kenya's Health Cabinet Secretary, Aden Duale, met with Africa CDC Director General Dr. Jean Kaseya today to enhance collaboration on the timely detection and reporting of public health threats in Kenya, the Eastern African region, and across the continent. Photo/Parliament of Kenya.
By Robert Assad
Kenya’s Cabinet Secretary for Health, Aden Duale, convened a pivotal meeting today with Dr. Jean Kaseya, Director General of the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC), to enhance collaboration on the timely detection and reporting of public health threats within Kenya, the Eastern African region, and across the continent.
The bilateral discussions emphasized the critical need for coordinated efforts to address complex health challenges and to seize shared opportunities for progress.
Duale provided an update on Kenya’s implementation of Universal Health Coverage (UHC) under the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA), reaffirming the nation’s dedication to advancing health security throughout the region.
Africa CDC, serving as the public health arm of the African Union, plays a vital role in supporting member states to strengthen disease preparedness and response mechanisms.
The meeting highlighted the importance of such partnerships in building resilient health systems capable of effectively managing public health emergencies.
Joining the Cabinet Secretary was Public Health Principal Secretary Ms. Mary Muthoni, who underscored the ministry’s commitment to integrating digital health solutions and enhancing surveillance systems.
These initiatives align with Kenya’s broader health reform strategies aimed at improving service delivery and ensuring equitable access to healthcare services.
This engagement marks a significant step towards reinforcing Kenya’s health infrastructure and its capacity to respond to emerging health threats.
By fostering strong collaborations with continental health bodies like Africa CDC, Kenya aims to not only safeguard the health of its citizens but also contribute to the collective health security of the African continent.
As the country continues to navigate the complexities of healthcare delivery, such partnerships are instrumental in achieving the goals set forth in national development frameworks, including Vision 2030 and the BETA plan.
The government’s proactive approach in engaging with key stakeholders reflects its unwavering commitment to transforming the healthcare landscape for the betterment of all Kenyans.
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