African Nations unite to eliminate visceral leishmaniasis and boost cross-border collaboration for NTDs

In a powerful demonstration of country-driven leadership and cross-border solidarity, Ministry of Health representatives from various African countries pledged to intensify action to eliminate neglected tropical diseases (NTDs).

At a side event held on the margins of the 78th World Health Assembly on Wednesday, 21 May 2025, under the leadership of the African Union Commission, several countries signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to eliminate visceral leishmaniasis (VL), and endorsed a Call for Action to promote cross-border collaboration and accelerate progress towards elimination targets set for NTDs.