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A Tanzanian medical expert, Prof. Mohamed Janabi, has been elected the new World Health Organisation (WHO) Regional Director for Africa.
His election was held on Sunday during a special session of the WHO Regional Committee in Geneva.
Janabi replaces Nigeria’s Dr. Chikwe Ihekweazu, who had been acting RD since February after the death of Dr. Faustine Ndugulile.
Janabi, 62, is the Executive Director of Muhimbili National Hospital and former director of Jakaya Kikwete Cardiac Institute.
His vision includes achieving universal health coverage, stronger health systems, and combating diseases.
WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Ghebreyesus and the WHO Nigeria Representative, Dr. Kazadi Mulombo, have congratulated Janabi, calling his election a privilege and responsibility
