Author: Congo Times

Reflecting on Two Decades of Sickle Cell Management In the heart of Brazzaville, a significant milestone was reached at the National Sickle Cell Reference Center, Antoinette-Sassou-N’Guesso. Professor Alexis Elira Dokekias, the esteemed director of the center, articulated significant strides made over the last 20 years in combating sickle cell disease (SCD). In a press briefing attended by notable figures including Donatien Moukassa from the Ministry of Health, Professor Dokekias highlighted that the center witnessed only thirty-six fatalities from 2017 to the present day, a testament to their evolving disease management protocols. Progress Through Education and Training With a sincere dedication…

WHO Reaffirms Brazzaville’s Position In a decisive move aiming to quell widespread speculation, WHO’s Director-General, Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, reaffirmed Brazzaville as the enduring site of the organization’s African regional office. This announcement came during a meeting with Congolese Ministers Jean Claude Gakosso and Jean Rosaire Ibara in Geneva, counteracting rumors of relocation with a firm dismissal. Strengthened Ties with the Congolese Government Dr. Tedros expressed his pleasure at the robust partnership between the World Health Organization and the government of the Republic of Congo. The Congolese authorities have demonstrated their commitment by allocating land for the construction of a…