The Memorandum of Understanding signed in May 2023 between Gavi and the African Union, represented by Africa CDC and the Health, Humanitarian Affairs, and Social Development (HHS) Department, ushered a new phase of collaboration between Africa CDC and Gavi that has commenced during the June 2023 Gavi Board meeting.

I would like to extend my appreciation to Gavi for recognizing the importance of Africa CDC’s role and accepting our request to rejoin Gavi’s Research & Technical Health Institutes Constituency as a full member. Additionally, I am grateful to Gavi for granting Africa CDC the opportunity to participate in the June 2023 Board meeting as an observer.