We are dedicated to improving health outcomes of the communities we serve in liaison with ministries of health and other partners.
My single composite wish is that all countries will have access to opportunities to develop field epidemiology capacity at all levels to strengthen their health systems. That means increased investment in field epidemiology capacity development and that is critical for global health security.
Dr. Simon Antara | Director, AFENET
Ahead of World Field Epidemiology Day – 7 September, we celebrate the field epidemiologists working every day to protect communities from vaccine-preventable diseases.
From identifying immunity gaps and detecting outbreaks to guiding vaccination strategies and reaching
📢 WE’RE HIRING | Editor, JIEPH
The African Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET) is seeking a qualified professional to join the Journal of Interventional Epidemiology and Public Health (JIEPH) as Editor, based in Kampala, Uganda.
If you have a strong background in scientific
Day 2 | Turning Measles SIA Data into Action
The Regional Workshop on Strengthening Measles SIA Data Monitoring Systems continued into Days 2 and 3 in Addis Ababa, bringing together teams from Ethiopia, Nigeria and Uganda to share best practices, experiences and lessons learned
Partners in Action: Strengthening Measles Immunization Data Systems
Strong immunization programmes are built through partnership, shared expertise and country leadership.
At the Regional Workshop on Strengthening Measles SIA Data Monitoring Systems, U.S. CDC, AFENET, Ethiopia’s
Celebrating the field epidemiologists working every day to protect communities and strengthen public health across Africa. 🌍
7 September | World Field Epidemiology Day 2026
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📢 New Publication | JIEPH
How can health information systems be rapidly adapted to support decision-making during a public health emergency?
A new Lessons from the Field article published today in the Journal of Interventional Epidemiology and Public Health (JIEPH) shares