A long-acting injectable called lenacapavir, taken only twice a year, is on the brink of transforming HIV prevention.

Dr. Umar Bindir offers a compelling breakdown of the journey from science to innovation, highlighting the urgent need for Nigeria to bridge the wide gaps between academic research, technological development, intellectual property protection, and commercialization. He emphasizes that while Nigeria is strong in science, it is weak in technology and innovation due to structural limitations, lack of IP policy, and minimal industry-academic collaboration.

A new ASLM and FeLPA survey has shed light on the strengths and struggles of Medical Laboratory Associations across Africa. The findings highlight urgent needs in governance, financing, and collaboration. Strengthening these associations is key to improving public health and advancing diagnostics on the continent.

Cameroon validates its Strategic Plan to eliminate the transmission of HIV, Syphilis, and Hepatitis B by 2030.