Africa Centre for Disease Control (ACDC) has pledged continuous support to championing strategic health priorities for the country, in order to ensure health security for the African continent.
Speaking during a cutesy call to the Acting Minister of Health, Cornelius Mweetwa, ACDC Regional Director Lul Riek, says that the African continent is responding to multiple health emergencies that require leadership and attention.
“You can count on our support, we will always be at your disposal to provide you the best guidance and also to support you on how we can go around,” added Dr Lul.
“It comes with a lot of responsibility, but you’re not alone” he said.
And Acting Minister of Health Cornelius Mweetwa, commended the Africa CDC on its exemplary leadership in strengthening disease surveillance, preparedness and response especially during pandemics.
Mr Mweetwa added that he is confident that Africa is capable of identifying challenges and opportunities on the continent, including being able to come up with homegrown solutions to Africa’s health challenges.
“Together we can build a future where every African and those who reside on this continent, enjoy the highest attainable standards of health,” said Dr Mweetwa.
Later on, President of the Resident Doctors Association of Zambia (RDAZ) Paul Chibwe, also paid a courtesy call on Mr Mweetwa, to discuss issues affecting doctors across the country.
Mr Mwetwa encouraged the president’s entourage, stating that talking over each other may sometimes not promote hearing and appreciating the position being taken by the other party.
He also urged the RDAZ to maximize on the opportunity of dialogue and nothing else, as it is the only means that has a possibility of bringing up desired solutions that satisfy involved parties.
