Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention 26d ago

Date: June 5, 2026 Africa is facing a serious threat — and Africa is ready to respond. Join us LIVE as the World Health Organisation (WHO) and the Africa Centres for Disease Control & Prevention (Africa CDC) unveil the Bundibugyo Virus Disease (BVD) Continental Preparedness and Response Plan — a landmark framework developed to coordinate preparedness, readiness and response across all African Union Member States. This is not just a regional issue. Bundibugyo Virus Disease is a deadly haemorrhagic fever. Its cross-border and international spread potential makes it a global health security concern. This briefing is for health professionals, policymakers, journalists, researchers — and every citizen who cares about pandemic preparedness Time: 15:00 | Eastern Africa Time (GMT +3) 14:00 | Southern Africa Time (GMT +2) 13:00 | Central Africa Time (GMT +1) 12:00 | West Africa Time (GMT) Contact: Communications@africacdc.org