Lusaka, Zambia — Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO), received the prestigious 2023 CPHIA Lifetime Achievement Award in Public Health at the International Conference on Public Health in Africa. The award acknowledges his exceptional dedication to global health and transformative leadership during crises.
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In his acceptance, Dr. Tedros stressed the crucial role of a healthy Africa in fostering development, peace, and stability. He urged African nations to invest in strengthening their health sectors.
Elected WHO Director-General in 2017, Dr. Tedros, the first African in this role, initiated comprehensive health reforms as Ethiopia’s Minister of Health from 2005 to 2012, laying the foundation for universal health coverage.
Key Achievements:
- Global Advocate: Dr. Tedros elevated health as a global priority during his tenure as Ethiopia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, contributing to the Addis Ababa Action Agenda.
- Equity Champion: He consistently advocated for health equity, addressing disparities in healthcare access and outcomes.
- Emergency Response Leader: Dr. Tedros directed WHO’s resources during health emergencies, notably the COVID-19 pandemic and Ebola outbreaks.
Legacy of Leadership: The award adds to Dr. Tedros’s illustrious career, including roles in global health organizations and his commitment to fortifying health systems for effective crisis response.
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The CPHIA Lifetime Achievement Award recognizes Dr. Tedros for his extraordinary contributions to global health, emphasizing his enduring commitment to healthcare accessibility, equity, and crisis response strategies.