Africa: Addressing the Challenges of Antimicrobial Resistance in Africa

[WHO-AFRO] Brazzaville — Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is one of the top global public health and development threats. About4.71 million deaths were linked to bacterial AMR in 2021 alone, with sub-Saharan Africa accounting for highest mortality rates. AMR could be responsible for up to 2 million deaths in Africa by 2050, underscoring the need for urgent action to protect health and save lives. Ifeyinwa George, a pharmacist and AMR programme manager at Dr Ameyo Stella Adadevoh (DRASA) Health Trust, a public health nonprofit in



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