03/02/2026
Africa CDC unveiled its first warehouse, enhancing the agency’s ability to procure, store and dispatch critical medical supplies across the continent.
The 1,000‑square‑metre temporary warehouse, together with complementary cold chain equipment, was funded by the Mastercard Foundation and supported by World Food Programme, whose African Union Global Office Director a.i., Lydie Kouame, hailed the initiative as “a powerful example of what strong partnerships can deliver.”
Africa CDC Deputy Director General Dr Raji Tajudeen said the new facility, located at its HQ in Addis Ababa, means “we now have what it takes to respond in the most efficient and timely manner to disease outbreaks.”
