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West Africa Public Health Conference

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Strengthening immunisation systems: Addressing Supply chain challenges and expanding access to underserved communities

West Africa Public Health Symposium Conference

Overview

The inaugural West Africa Public Health Symposium in partnership with the West African Institute of Public Health (WAIPH) serves as a pivotal forum for advancing public health priorities in the region. Bringing together policymakers, healthcare leaders, and experts, this symposium fosters critical discussions on strengthening healthcare systems, driving innovation, and shaping resilient public health strategies. The symposium will emphasize deep intellectual exchange, collaborative problem-solving, and actionable insights that drive meaningful change across West Africa’s healthcare landscape.

Insights from experts on immunization, supply chains, and resilient health systems

Digital tools revolutionising immunization: tracking, AI, and more

Policy dialogues on vaccine production, equity, and sustainability

Connect with leaders shaping West Africa’s healthcare

Day two| 3 June 2025

10:00

Registration & Networking

11:00

Opening remarks by Symposium Chair

Welcome address and and symposium’s objectives
Introduction of WAIPH & The Academy of Public Health

Dr. Francis Ohanyido

WAIPH, Nigeria

Dr. Ferhat Khan

WAIPH, Nigeria

11:30

Optimising vaccine supply chain management: Strategies for enhancing efficiency and reducing waste (a global bird’s eye view)

Timi Omole

11:45

Leveraging digital health technologies to enhance immunization programmes

12:00

Strengthening primary healthcare systems for immunisation: Building capacity and improving service delivery

Dr. Mehad Nasreldin

SMAfrica, Sudan

12:15

Why optimising implementation research in improving vaccine supply chain efficiency and access is key

Hon. Dr. Anthony L. Fortune

12:30

Keynote Presentation: Local vaccine production and supply chain resilience in Africa: opportunities and challenges

Prof. Nicaise Ndembi FAPH

12:45

Break & Visit Exhibition

13:45

Brief Recap of Presentations’ Highlights before Panel Discussions

Dr. Emperence Luvindao

Osaat Africa Health Foundation, Namibia

Panel discussion

Moderator: Dr Emperence Luvindao, Founder, Osaat Africa Health Foundation, Namibia

Panelists:

· HE Dr Anthony L. Fortune,

· Professor Wondi Alemu

· Prof. Nicaise Ndembi

· Ms Yacine Djibo

· Timi Omole

Dr. Emperence Luvindao

Osaat Africa Health Foundation, Namibia

Hon. Dr. Anthony L. Fortune

Prof. Wondi Alemu

International Health Consultancy, USA

Timi Omole

14:45

Q&A with conference speakers and audience

15:20

Summary of key learnings from the symposium

Prof. Wondi Alemu

International Health Consultancy, USA

15:40

Chairman’s Remarks

Prof. Oyewale Tomori

DFAPH, WHO Virologist for Africa

15:50

Next Steps

Seyilnan Gushe

WAIPH, Nigeria

16:00

Closing address

Dr. Francis Ohanyido

WAIPH, Nigeria

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Landmark Centre, Lagos, Nigeria

Opening times

Monday, 2 June: 10am - 5pm

Tuesday, 3 June: 10am - 5pm

Wednesday, 4 June: 10am - 4pm

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About us

WHX is the world's leading healthcare platform for deeper learning, building relationships and doing business across the healthcare ecosystem.

Our commitment to data privacy