On the occasion of World Epidemics Preparedness Day, SEND Ghana and it's advocacy networks is asking the government of Ghana to establish a Public Health Emergency Fund in readiness for future epidemics and pandemics. Infectious disease outbreaks are inevitable, but preparedness is key to prevent, mitigate and address the devastating impacts on human lives and economic development. The government has the ultimate responsibility to protect and guarantee the safety of the citizens against the thre

In a world 🌍 where public health emergencies remain a critical challenge, Africa is taking bold steps to strengthen its outbreak preparedness. In the latter part of last year, UNICEF Ghana joined @who, WFP, MSF, and the Government of Ghana 🇬🇭 in Accra for a transformative Health Emergency Facility (HEF) simulation exercise. With participation from six African nations and over 20 partner organizations, this initiative demonstrated the power of collaboration and innovation. Using cutting-edge t