President Samia Suluhu Hassan Appointed Africa's Maternal and Child Health Ambassador

Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan has been appointed as the Ambassador for Maternal and Child Health Services in Africa by the Africa CDC Executive Committee. The appointment was announced during the committee's fifth session, held via videoconference.

Health Minister Mohamed Mchengerwa represented President Samia at the session, accompanied by experts from the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation. The meeting's agenda included reviewing and approving the Executive Committee's report and the Africa CDC work plan for 2026.

This appointment acknowledges President Samia's contributions to enhancing maternal and child health services both within Tanzania and across the continent. It also reflects Africa's confidence in her leadership and commitment to improving health outcomes for mothers and children.