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A delegation led by the Ambassador of Israel to Ethiopia, Dr. Avraham Niguse, discussed with senior officials of the Ministry of Health.

Israel

Dr. Avraham Niguse, Israel's ambassador to Ethiopia, reminded that Ethiopia and Israel have a strong historical relationship. He said that the friendship between the two countries is stronger than ever.


The ambassador explained that the health sector is one of the most important sectors in which the two countries work together. He stated that support has been given to cardiology, pediatric intensive care and maternal health, as well as rehabilitation.

Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation's contribution to Ethiopia's health care is significant - Minister of Health Dr. Mekdes Daba 

Gates Foundation

The Minister of Health, Dr. Mekdes daba, who discussed with the founder and owner of the Gates Foundation, Bill Gates, said that to achieve universal health coverage in Ethiopia, health and nutrition, informed decision-making, innovation, and SDG targets, MoH has established strong partnership with Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. In the discussion with Bill Gates, the founder and owner of the Gates Foundation, senior government officials were present and the minister requested that the support be continued.

In order to prevent and control epidemics and emergency health risks in Africa, countries must work together on the principle of "African solutions to African problems". FDRE Health Minister, Dr. Mekdes Daba

Dr Mekdes Daba

The 74th World Health Organization Forum on the African Continent continues in Brazzaville, Congo.


In the forum, it was stated that epidemics and other public health emergencies are occurring in Africa at various times and that they are a serious threat to the health of the community.


Remembering that Ebola, Covid-19 and other epidemics have caused great damage in the African region, she has raised the fact that the health risk of Mpox is especially worrying for Africa.