A team from the African Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) recently visited Sudan's Expanded Immunization Program as part of their ongoing efforts to support the country's healthcare sector. The visit aimed to assess the program's progress in restoring its central cold chain and vaccination initiatives. During their visit, the delegation toured the program's facilities and learned about the measures taken to maintain vaccine integrity and retrieve them from the central warehouse during the conflict.
The Africa CDC team was briefed on the significant challenges faced by the Expanded Immunization Program during the war and the progress made in vaccination coverage for children in 2025. The program's presentation highlighted the successful campaigns implemented to reduce the incidence of vaccine-preventable diseases and the ongoing needs and future plans to enhance immunization efforts. The delegation expressed their appreciation for the program's dedication to improving children's health in Sudan.
Dr. Musab Siddiq, Director-General of Primary Healthcare, expressed his gratitude to the Africa CDC delegation for their visit, emphasizing the crucial role the center plays in supporting Sudan's healthcare sector. The Africa CDC team commended the Expanded Immunization Program's efforts to increase vaccination coverage for children and reiterated their commitment to providing support in various areas to strengthen prevention and healthcare initiatives.
The visit by the Africa CDC delegation demonstrates the international community's commitment to supporting Sudan's healthcare sector, particularly in the area of immunization. The country's Expanded Immunization Program has faced significant challenges, including the impact of conflict on its infrastructure and operations. The support from Africa CDC is expected to help the program overcome these challenges and improve vaccination coverage for children.
The Expanded Immunization Program's efforts to restore its central cold chain and vaccination initiatives are critical to maintaining the integrity of vaccines and ensuring the continued protection of children from vaccine-preventable diseases. The program's progress in this area is a significant step towards achieving its goals and improving the overall health and well-being of Sudan's children.
The Africa CDC delegation's visit to Sudan's Expanded Immunization Program is part of a broader effort to support the country's healthcare sector and improve health outcomes for its citizens. The center's support for Sudan's immunization efforts is a testament to its commitment to promoting health and well-being across the African continent.
The collaboration between the Africa CDC and Sudan's Expanded Immunization Program is expected to yield positive results, including improved vaccination coverage and reduced incidence of vaccine-preventable diseases. The visit by the Africa CDC delegation marks a significant milestone in the ongoing efforts to strengthen Sudan's healthcare sector and improve the health and well-being of its citizens.
Key points
- The African Centre for Disease Control and Prevention is supporting Sudan's Expanded Immunization Program to restore its central cold chain and vaccination initiatives.
