Africa’s health challenges demand immediate attention—and here’s the latest from the frontlines. Each week, the Africa CDC brings you the Epidemic Intelligence Weekly Report, your go-to briefing on urgent public health events across the continent. This report dives deep into three critical areas: the current epidemiological trends, a detailed evaluation of each event’s risk level and geographic scope, and the specific public health actions taken by affected Member States, their partners, and Africa CDC itself. We don’t just skim the surface; we spotlight events classified from moderate to very high risk, based on Africa CDC’s specialized risk assessment framework.
The focus of these reports varies—sometimes zeroing in on a single country grappling with an outbreak, sometimes covering multiple nations facing shared threats. While Africa CDC monitors all health incidents continent-wide, this report’s spotlight shines exclusively on those with significant risk levels, refreshing you with any new developments within the reporting week.
This includes a broad spectrum of public health concerns—from newly emerging infectious diseases to ongoing endemic illnesses and even natural disasters whose impacts ripple through communities. What sets this report apart is its comprehensive one-health, multisectoral perspective, addressing animal health, environmental factors, and human disease in an integrated manner—because health challenges rarely stay confined to just one domain.
Think of this Event-Based Surveillance Weekly Report as your essential guide to understanding and responding to Africa’s complex health landscape. It equips you with timely insights and analysis, empowering policymakers, health professionals, and communities to make informed decisions and implement effective interventions that can shape a healthier, more resilient Africa.
Curious about how these risks were determined? Or wondering if the response efforts truly match the urgency on the ground? Join the discussion—share your views on the balance between surveillance and action, and whether current approaches are enough to curb these threats.
Stay informed with Africa CDC. Stay alert for new developments. Stay safe in your communities.
Download the full latest report here: Africa CDC Epidemic Intelligence Weekly Report, 3 December 2025
