Framework unveiled to strengthen surveillance

In response to the challenge of the emerging and reemerging infectious diseases across the continent, Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention, or Africa CDC, has developed a continental strategic framework to strengthen cross-border surveillance, coordination and information sharing among African Union member states.

The continental strategic framework is designed to address the increasing frequency and magnitude of cross-border public health threats in the continent, which are driven by population movements, globalization, and human, animal and environmental interactions within the ecosystems.

It will focus on points of entry, including airports, seaports, land borders and adjoining communities.