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Eastern African Countries Sign Historic Agreement on Visceral Leishmaniasis at WHA78
At the 78th World Health Assembly in Geneva, nine Eastern African countries signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to eliminate visceral leishmaniasis (VL), also known as kala-azar, through coordinated cross-border efforts. The event marked a historic milestone in the fight against neglected tropical diseases (NTDs), as countries reaffirmed their commitment to regional collaboration and national leadership.
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First Lancet Commission on Disability and Health Launched at World Health Assembly
A new Lancet Commission on Disability and Health was officially launched at a side event during the 78th World Health Assembly in Geneva. Co-chaired by Uniting to Combat Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) Board Chair Dr Winnie Mpanju-Shumbusho.
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One World for Health – Highlights from the 78th World Health Assembly
As ministers of health, policymakers, and global health leaders gathered in Geneva for the 78th WHA, the Uniting to Combat NTDs team was on the ground, championing country-led action and building momentum to beat NTDs.
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Tedros Celebrates ‘Golden Age of Disease Elimination’ at 78th World Health Assembly 11 Countries Honored for Eliminating an NTD Since January 2024
At a high-level ceremony at the 78th WHA in Geneva, WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus celebrated what he called a “golden age of disease elimination,” spotlighting historic progress in the fight against NTDs and other major public health threats.
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Professor Mohamed Janabi nominated as WHO Regional Director for Africa
The announcement was made during a special session of the WHO Regional Committee for Africa, held in advance of the World Health Assembly in Geneva, where Prof Janabi was nominated by the Regional Committee and received widespread acclaim from delegates across the continent.
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Financing the future of NTD elimination: Reflections from Cotonou
Members of the Uniting to Combat NTDs team attended the Annual NTD Experts Meeting for African Union Member States in Cotonou, Benin. This gathering brought together NTD experts, government representatives, and partners from across the continent to assess progress on the Continental Framework on NTDs and to chart a path forward.
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Tedros champions investment in NTDs at opening remarks of ACANU press briefing
On Thursday 1st May WHO Director General, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, attended an Association of Accredited Correspondents at the United Nations (ACANU) press briefing on pandemic preparedness, where he championed investment in NTDs and clearly outlined that now is a critical juncture for global health.
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Uniting to Combat NTDs Meets with Japanese Leaders Ahead of TICAD 9
Senior representatives from Uniting to Combat Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) have engaged in high-level discussions in Japan to strengthen collaboration on global health priorities ahead of the upcoming Ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD 9), scheduled for August 20-22, 2025, in Yokohama.
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Statement from Uniting to Combat NTDs in support of US Government Neglected Tropical Disease Programmes
The US has led global health efforts, helping 55 countries eliminate NTDs and leveraging billions in donated medicines. But recent foreign aid pauses put this progress at risk. Continued investment is crucial to saving lives, driving economic growth, and ensuring global stability.
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Eliminating Neglected Tropical Diseases Together: More Than Halfway to Reaching Our 2030 Goal
In recognition of World Neglected Tropical Disease Day, Uniting to Combat NTDs reflect on the incredible strides made against these diseases. Our latest article also dives into what is needed to overcome global challenges and Unite. Act. Eliminate to beat NTDs.
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