Building a Healthier Africa, Together: A manifesto for transformation
Africa is a continent of resilience, diversity, and opportunity. A continent that has faced tremendous health challenges but has also achieved remarkable progress.
A continent with the opportunity to come together with a clear vision to achieve transformational progress. At this pivotal moment in the midst of extraordinary uncertainty and challenge it is more important than ever that we take ownership of our future.
With no illusions as to the scale and significance of the task ahead, I am truly humbled to submit my candidacy for the new Regional Director for Africa of the World Health Organisation.
Last year, my friend and colleague Dr. Faustine Ndugulile presented a plan for transformation to our continent. His vision earned the confidence of his fellow Africans before his untimely passing. I feel a responsibility to honour his memory, not through words, but through action: by advancing the vision he shared for Africa’s future. My agenda, therefore, is built on these same, strong foundations, and led by the same goal to transform healthcare and health outcomes on this continent, together.
