Congo launches third phase of health security program
Prime Minister Anatole Collinet Makosso presided over the launch of the HeSP program's third phase in Brazzaville.
Republic of Congo Prime Minister Anatole Collinet Makosso officially launched the third phase of the West and Central Africa Health Security Program (HeSP) in Brazzaville on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. The launch occurred during a regional conference focused on strengthening health security, which gathered nearly 180 participants from various states, regional institutions, and international partners.
The third phase of the program involves the Congo, Cameroon, the Central African Republic, and Chad. Its aim is to improve epidemiological surveillance and enhance national capacities for preventing and responding to health emergencies. The initiative seeks to better anticipate health risks and coordinate interventions against epidemics that could cross borders.
The regional meeting provides a platform for exchanging experiences and best practices in preventing and managing health threats. The participating states intend to consolidate cooperation mechanisms and develop more effective early warning systems to address shared health challenges.
Why it mattersThe launch of the third phase of the HeSP program directly affects the health security of people in Congo and neighboring countries by improving epidemic response.