Ethiopia News

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 30 March 2011 -- Vaccines save millions of lives in developing countries; eradicated smallpox; lowered the global incidence of polio by 99 percent since 1988; and have achieved dramatic reduction in morbidity and mortality from a wide range of vaccine preventable diseases.

However, the cost of immunizing a child exceeds the total per capita governments spend on all health care in many developing nations. Sustainable vaccine financing increasingly represents a critical aspect of maintaining a stable vaccination program.

February 19, 2012, Millennium Hall in Addis Ababa -- The Government of Ethiopia Minister of Health, Dr. Tedros Adhanom, honoured many organizations and individuals in recognition of their contribution to the very successful 16th International Conference on AIDS and STIs in Africa (ICASA) which took place in Addis Ababa, from 4-8 December 2011. Trophies, Medals and certificates were awarded to organizations and individuals who contributed significantly to the success of ICASA. In addition to the Medal and a special crystal award for the WCO, Dr.

The second day of the meeting of health experts of African countries as part of the 6th Session of the African Union (AU) Conference of Ministers of Health (CAMH6) continued with deliberations on Harnessing Africa’s Demographic Dividend, the Africa Diaspora initiative on enhancing capacity and strengthening the healthcare workforce on MNCH, and on AU-G8 accountability report on AIDS, TB and Malaria. A side event on CARMMA was held. In addition, the participants shared experiences on the new momentum global and regional developments in tackling NTDs.

The 13th World Congress on Public Health  will take place from 23 to 27, April 2012 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, under the theme; “Towards Global Health Equity: Opportunities and Threats”. This Congress offers unique opportunities to discuss global, continental and national public health issues among the global public health community and other key stakeholders. The World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Director for Africa, Dr Luis Sambo, will deliver the Keynote address.

25 April 2013: The African Ministers of Health hold their 6th Conference at the AU, Addis Ababa, under the theme, “the impact of Non- Communicable Diseases (NCDs) and Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTD) on the development in Africa.” The two day conference provides an opportunity for Ministers of Health to discuss, share experiences, acknowledge the challenges posed by the growing trend of Non communicable Diseases and Neglected Tropical Diseases and is expected to produce recommendations that shall reposition the African continent in addressing challenges posed.

27 April 2013, Addis Ababa -- In a colorful event at Selam Health Center, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Dr Luis G. Sambo, WHO Regional Director for Africa joined in solidarity as Ethiopia wrapped up series of events launched for the commemoration of the week-long African Vaccination Week. The commemoration was launched at Asella, East Arsi Zone of Oromiya Region, 170 KMs South of Addis Ababa on 21 April 2013. The theme for this year is “Save lives, Prevent disabilities, Vaccinate!”

Addis Ababa, 30 April 2013 -- A World Health Organization (WHO) delegation led by the Regional Director for Africa, Dr Luis Gomes Sambo, concluded its week-long official mission to Ethiopia with the visit to His Excellency Hailemariam Desalegn, the Prime Minister of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia and Chairman of the African Union today, 30 April 2013.

Inside this issue:

1 About this issue

2 & 3 Dr Luis G. Sambo, WHO Regional Director for Africa’s visit to Ethiopia

4 Ethiopia commemorates World Malaria Day 2013

6 WHO Country Office Contact

Ethiopia Newsletter Bulletin - 05, May 2013

Mekelle Town, 07 June 2013 -- Dr Pierre M’pele Kilebou, WHO Representative to Ethiopia and his delegation (Dr Sofonias Getachew, National Program Officer (NPO) for Managerial Process for National health; Mr. Abraham Gebregiorgis, Senior Policy Advisor; Mr. Waltaji Terfa, NPO for Public Health and Environment; Dr Andrea Bruni, Mental Health Officer, Dr Abidara Desaley, NPO Surveillance; Dr Belay Tesfahunegn, NPO HIV/AIDS and Wassihun Melaku, NPO Health Promotion ) met H.E.

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, June 12-14, 2013 -- His Excellency Dr Keseteberhan Admassu, Minister of Health of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, launched the National Master Plan of Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) in a high level symposium held at Hilton International Hotel on 12 June 2013. More than 400 participants representing federal government offices, regional health bureaus, and partners attended the meeting. Among the partners, WHO, USAID, DFID, World Bank, Bill & Melinda GATES Foundation, international NGOs and research inistutes and acadamia have been reperesented.