African development organisations and regional media networks have united to advance a sustainable agenda against neglected tropical diseases on the continent.
Speak Up Africa, a development organization for healthy and thriving African societies, Sightsavers, Brands on a Mission and REMAPSEN, a media network for the promotion of health and environment, have agreed to co-host a media forum in Abidjan, Ivorian capital later this year to bring over 40 African journalists and experts together to highlight ways of tackling neglected tropical diseases.
“From November 25 to 27, 2025, the 4th Media Forum will take place under the theme: Media Contribution to Positioning the Fight Against Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) in Africa,” Bamba Youssouf, President of REMAPSEN, a media Network for the promotion of health and environment, disclosed in a statement.
