Govt Relations Manager-Africa n AVEC Program @IVIHeadquarters; @SHEA_Epi Amb-2015; President, @RctWestlands: 2011-12; Member, @RotaryWestlands, @NbiMusicSociety
The submission of the Interim Feasibility Study Report marks a pivotal step toward realizing Kenya’s vision of vaccine self-reliance. This project reflects a broader commitment to African-led innovation, sustainable healthcare solutions, and regional preparedness.
Milestone Reached: Interim Report on Kenya's Smart Vaccine Manufacturing Project Submitted to Ministry of Health
The @BioVaxInstitute, together with the Kenya Vaccine Consortium—comprising @atkinsrealis , @SKLifeScience , and the @IVIHeadquarters —officially submitted the Interim Feasibility Study Report for the Smart Vaccine Manufacturing Facility Project to the Principal Secretary for Medical Services (@MOHMediServices), Dr. Ouma Oluga (@fnoluga), at Afya House, Nairobi. The meeting marked a key milestone in advancing Kenya's goal of vaccine self-reliance and regional manufacturing leadership.
In his address, Dr. Oluga reaffirmed the government's commitment to investing in sustainable, locally driven health solutions, while Ag. CEO Dr. Cecilia Wanjala emphasized BioVax's strategic role in operationalizing the smart facility. The Consortium presented the report's findings, highlighting Kenya's readiness for local vaccine production, integrating smart manufacturing technologies, and strengthening pharmacovigilance and regulatory systems.
The submission set the stage for the project's next phase and reaffirmed the country's commitment to building a robust, future-ready vaccine ecosystem.
#SmartVaccineFacility #KenyaBioVax #VaccineSelfReliance #HealthSecurityKE
#KenyaVaccineConsortium
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Today, we welcome Olayinka "Yinka" Babalola as Rotary International President for 2026-27.
A mentor. A membership champion. A passionate advocate for polio eradication. Meet Yinka: https://t.co/nDeSflWCbe
#Sudan has declared a #cholera outbreak in West Kordofan state. As of 20 June 2026, the State Ministry of Health reported 838 suspected cholera cases, 7 confirmed cases and 117 deaths.
The outbreak is unfolding amid the continued disruption of health services caused by conflict.
Population displacement is making access to essential health care even more difficult. At the same time, insecurity and access constraints continue to delay the deployment of response teams and delivery of medical supplies and humanitarian assistance.
@WHO is coordinating the health response with partners, scaling up cholera treatment centres and oral rehydration points, delivering cholera kits, installing handwashing stations, training chlorinators, hygiene promoters and health workers, and supporting community health education.
🚨 POINT DE SITUATION EBOLA – 27 JUIN 2026
📍 L’épidémie demeure concentrée dans les provinces de l’Ituri, du Nord-Kivu et du Sud-Kivu, tandis que la riposte continue de produire des résultats encourageants.
🔹 1 274 cas confirmés cumulés
🔹 360 décès
🔹 178 personnes guéries
🔹 502 patients en prise en charge
🔹 Taux de létalité : 28,3 %
🔹 Taux de suivi des contacts : 87,1 %
✅ 15 nouveaux patients ont été déclarés guéris, portant à 178 le nombre total de personnes rétablies. La mobilisation nationale se renforce avec 100 % des alertes investiguées, plus de 10 000 contacts suivis et l’ouverture de nouveaux centres de traitement.
🛡️ Le Gouvernement appelle chacun à adopter les gestes de prévention : se laver régulièrement les mains, éviter tout contact avec les personnes malades, consulter rapidement un centre de santé dès les premiers symptômes et signaler sans délai tout cas suspect.
📞 En cas de symptômes suspects, appelez gratuitement le 151.
#StopEbola 🇨🇩 #EbolaRDC #SantéPubliqueRDC
Ebola outbreak spreads to 4th province in DR Congo
The growing outbreak has prompted the government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo to ban mass gatherings in the country’s capital
https://t.co/uKJZd3Ipkm
📢 The Ireland Fellows Programme 2027/2028 is now open!
Fully funded postgraduate scholarships for applicants from Uganda and Rwanda to study in Ireland.
Applications close on 26 July 2026. https://t.co/OnTwGgskOJ
#Hantavirus Update:
- All contacts of the two cases identified in South Africa at the beginning of the outbreak have completed their follow-up period, with no additional cases reported.
- Quarantine and follow-up periods have also been completed for everyone in Spain and the Netherlands, including the MV Hondius crew members.
- As of June 25, 30 contacts are still under follow-up.
- The total number of cases remains at 13, including three fatalities.
- The situation remains stable, and the outbreak is nearing its end.
@WHO expresses gratitude to all countries involved in the response for their cooperation.
The Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak has now surpassed 1,300 confirmed cases.
Health experts warn there is an estimated 70% risk of the virus spreading to another country, while the outbreak has already resulted in the first reported case outside Africa, raising concerns about international containment.
Kenya joined the board of @Pandemic_Fund. Great! @MOH_Kenya has described this as a reflection of the country's "growing leadership in advancing health security, pandemic preparedness and resilient health systems across the region". Yet Kenya has never secured country-specific funding in the first or second rounds, despite being eligible to apply. https://t.co/P4fRTHMtxE
From vaccine innovation to vaccination, partnerships are key to closing gaps in R&D, regulation, and global access.
IVI, Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency, RIGHT Foundation, and EuBiologics convened the 2026 Global Vaccine Forum in Seoul.
🔗 https://t.co/n73FS8htlP
From vaccine innovation to vaccination, partnerships are key to closing gaps in R&D, regulation, and global access.
IVI, Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency, RIGHT Foundation, and EuBiologics convened the 2026 Global Vaccine Forum in Seoul.
🔗 https://t.co/n73FS8htlP
#Communiqué | Ebola : identification d’un 1er cas chez un médecin humanitaire de retour de mission en République démocratique du Congo (RDC)
Le ministère de la Santé, des Familles, de l’Autonomie et des Personnes handicapées confirme ce jour l’identification d’un premier cas positif de maladie à virus Ebola sur le territoire national. Le patient, de retour de mission humanitaire dans une des zones de circulation du virus en République Démocratique du Congo (RDC), a immédiatement été pris en charge dans un établissement spécialisé et se trouve dans un état stable.
Pour plus d'informations : https://t.co/zw3pVIBvtw
🇨🇦 The Canadian flag was raised today at IVI headquarters in Seoul, marking Canada’s accession to the IVI Establishment Agreement.
Canada becomes IVI’s newest State Party and first G7 member.
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An operator at Wilson Airport Nairobi 🇰🇪 has purchased this Cessna C208 Caravan in Canada 🇨🇦 and Red Beacon Aeronautical is looking for a ferry pilot to bring it across.
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.@WHO is seeking an exceptional leader to serve as @WHOEMRO Regional Emergency Director leading on some of the world’s most complex humanitarian & health crises
If you have the experience and commitment to serve, I encourage you to apply: https://t.co/g4bYdINFLe