Tripoli – A regional knowledge exchange forum for North African countries began in Tripoli on Tuesday. High-level officials attended the event. Dr. Saadeddin Abdul Wakil, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Health, participated. Dr. Haider Al-Sayeh, Director General of the National Center for Disease Control, was also present. Representatives from the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) joined. This scientific event will last three days. It celebrates a continental achievement. The National Center for Disease Control was selected as a regional Center of Excellence for 2025.
The National Center for Disease Control confirmed on its official website that its current achievements result from continuous national efforts. They stem from integrated institutional work and scientific successes. This began with establishing international health regulations. It continued by enhancing epidemic preparedness and response programs. Effective strategic partnerships with the World Health Organization supported these efforts. Today, the center adopts the latest surveillance systems. It also embraces digital transformation. Its clear and decisive mission is to protect health security.
The center stated that this recognition and institutional excellence is a shared success. Field personnel contribute to it. Staff in all branches are vital. Heroes of the national vaccination network, including supervisors and vaccinators, play a role. Surveillance and investigation teams are crucial. International health control teams at all land, sea, and air ports are also included. Thanks to all of them, this system continues its duties. It performs with professionalism and dedication.
Scientific sessions and knowledge exchange with participating delegations continue Wednesday. The program concludes on Thursday. The Africa CDC delegation and accompanying groups will visit the center’s technical departments. They will observe work mechanisms. They will also review field readiness from the ground.