Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus

Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus is an Ethiopian public health expert who has served as the Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO) since 2017. He is the first African to hold this position. Dr. Tedros has focused on issues like global health emergencies, including the COVID-19 pandemic, and has been instrumental in promoting vaccine equity and improving health systems worldwide. He has a background in infectious diseases and health system strengthening, holding a doctorate in Community Health. His leadership emphasizes collaboration and addressing health disparities across countries and communities.