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👏 Together, we’re building resilient veterinary laboratory systems — a cornerstone of disease prevention and control in line with the #OneHealth approach.

📖 Read more about the training here: rr-africa.woah.org/en/trainings...

#VeterinaryLaboratories #CapacityBuilding #AnimalHealth #WOAH
July 17, 2025 at 3:07 PM
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At the #WOAH #GS92, our colleagues showcased how WOAH in #Africa supports our members through building networks and fostering collaboration to strengthen Veterinary Services.

This has been a great opportunity for our members to interact and engage with our teams firsthand.

#ItsEveryonesHealth
May 27, 2025 at 12:09 PM
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#HappeningNow
The official opening of the 92nd General Session of the World Assembly of Delegates has commenced in #Paris.

Follow for key updates on our official #WOAH livestream here 👉 : youtu.be/77r1YDtATUM
#GS92
#AnimalHealth
#It'sEveryonesHealth
LIVE: Opening Ceremony & High-Level panel on animal vaccination at the 92nd General Session. #WOAHGS
YouTube video by World Organisation for Animal Health
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May 25, 2025 at 1:34 PM
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The 3rd Standing Group of Experts (SGE) meeting on Contagious Bovine Pleuropneumonia (CBPP) recently concluded with a focus on enhancing surveillance strategies in Africa.

Read More 👉: rr-africa.woah.org/en/news/thir...
May 16, 2025 at 9:12 AM
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In #Tanzania, a training workshop on strengthening data standards for rabies surveillance and vaccination in veterinary services in Eastern Africa was organized by #WOAH.

Rabies is endemic in almost all countries in #Africa, despite the availability of effective preventive measures.
April 30, 2025 at 11:04 AM
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#WOAH, through its outstanding team of veterinarians, supports Member Countries by complementing the global frameworks, which are vital in tailoring interventions to Members' specific needs.

Learn more 👉: rr-africa.woah.org/en/news/anim...

#Animalhealthtakesateam
April 25, 2025 at 12:43 PM
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#DYK? Mammalian tuberculosis (mTB) continues to be a major concern in #Ethiopia, affecting around 3.8 million cattle and other domesticated animals. With a 2.4% prevalence of zoonotic TB, the region faces a significant burden of this chronic disease.

Read more 👉: www.woah.org/en/article/c...
Controlling mammalian tuberculosis: An Ethiopian pilot study - WOAH
Explore Ethiopia's innovative strategy to combat mammalian tuberculosis in livestock, focusing on test and segregate measures.
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March 26, 2025 at 1:14 PM
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This International Women's Day, we spotlight the role of women and the future of the veterinary workforce. Their contributions inspire future generations and #acceleratesactions that promote inclusivity in the sector.

Read more here: rr-africa.woah.org/en/news/empo...
March 8, 2025 at 6:23 AM
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🌍🐾 At the #RC26 conference, member countries were encouraged to actively engage in all 4 phases of the #WOAH Standards-setting process: proposing new topics, developing standards, reviewing and commenting, and voting for adoption. Every phase matters!

#AnimalHealth #InternationalStandards
February 6, 2025 at 10:47 AM
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The #RC26 concluded with a renewed focus on regional cooperation and advancing veterinary services across #Africa. Countries emphasized the importance of enhancing visibility for animal health at the national level and aligning policies with international standards. #AnimalHealth
February 7, 2025 at 9:08 AM
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"This conference is a unique opportunity for WOAH Delegates and partners to engage directly with the WOAH community on matters of national and regional interest. "- Dr Francois Caya, Deputy DG #WOAH while giving his remarks at the 26th Conference of the Regional Commission for Africa in Addis Ababa.
February 4, 2025 at 3:32 PM
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🌍 🐄 CBPP in Focus: Africa’s fight to eradicate Contagious Bovine Pleuropneumonia (CBPP) continues.

Delegates at #RC26 will discuss strategies for a CBPP-free continent and develop recommendations that will be presented to the World Assembly for adoption during the #WOAH General Session.
February 5, 2025 at 10:16 AM
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The 26th Conference of the #WOAH Regional Commission(RC26) for Africa is underway in #AddisAbaba, Ethiopia. This is a pivotal meeting, bringing together members from the region to address animal health, welfare, and food safety across the continent.

#RC26 #AnimalHealth #Africa #Ethiopia.
February 4, 2025 at 8:48 AM
Launch of the continental eradication of PPR from Africa, tonight in Addis Ababa, in the presence of all @woah-africa.bsky.social Delegates and numerous dignitaries, @fao.org , @ilri.org AU-IBAR, AU-Panvac, AUC
February 3, 2025 at 3:37 PM
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The #AntimicrobialResistance (AMR) Workshop kicked off in #Ethiopia earlier today! In 2024, #UNGA adopted a declaration on #AMR, urging countries to implement national action plans by 2030. 💡🤝AMR poses a major threat to human, animal, and environmental health. 🌍💊 #AMR #GlobalHealth #WOAH
February 3, 2025 at 11:27 AM