African Union Inter-African Phytosanitary Council: Au-Iapsc

21/08/2026

21/08/2026

17/08/2026

From Framework to Action: Africa advances its AMR implementation roadmap

Today in Mombasa, Kenya, African Union institutions, Member States, Regional Economic Communities and partners are working together to translate the African Union Framework for Antimicrobial Resistance Control 2026–2030 into a practical continental implementation roadmap.

For AU-IAPSC, this process is especially important because a truly effective One Health response must fully recognize the role of plant health.

National Plant Protection Organizations (NPPOs) are essential partners in strengthening surveillance, phytosanitary measures, laboratory capacity, responsible antimicrobial use, plant biosecurity and integrated pest management. These functions directly contribute to reducing antimicrobial resistance risks across plants, food systems, animals, people and the environment.

The roadmap development process provides an opportunity to move from commitment to measurable action by defining clear outcomes, activities, indicators, responsibilities, timelines and accountability mechanisms.

AU-IAPSC remains committed to working with Africa CDC, AU-IBAR, AU-PANVAC, Member States, RECs, the IPPC, FAO, WHO, WOAH, UNEP and other partners to ensure that plant health is firmly embedded in Africa’s AMR and One Health agenda.

One Health is stronger when plant health is at the table.

12/08/2026

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07/08/2026

🐝 26th AAIS Conference Abstract Submission Update

📅 19–23 October 2026 | Abuja, Nigeria

Joint conference of the African Association of Insect Scientists (AAIS) and the Entomological Society of Nigeria (ESN).

🎉 177 abstracts have been received, including an impressive 61 new submissions in the past week! Professional members account for 73% of submissions, while 25% are from student members.

👥 Participation currently stands at 68% male and 32% female.

🌍 The conference continues to attract broad international interest, with Nigeria (130) leading submissions, followed by Kenya (24) and Sudan (24). Contributions have also been received from Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Côte d'Ivoire, Mali, South Africa, Benin, Guinea, Italy, the USA, Mozambique, Ghana, and Zimbabwe.

📚 Agro-Entomology leads the conference themes, followed by Medical & Veterinary Entomology and Climate Change & Pest Dynamics.

📝 There's still time to participate! Deadline extended to 30 August 2026. Register and submit your abstract at https://aaisafrica.com/membership-conference/

07/08/2026