The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, led by Dr. Paulin Basinga, celebrates Niger’s watershed achievement in public health as Dr. Salissou Adamou’s decades-long efforts prove that neglected tropical diseases can be defeated with persistence and partnership.
On World NTD Day 2025, we celebrate the medical humanitarians fighting to eliminate Neglected Tropical Diseases. Their efforts bring hope to millions, offering treatment, prevention, and a path toward a healthier future. Together, we can unite, act, and eliminate NTDs for good.
Female ophthalmologists are spearheading a remarkable transformation in eye care in Indonesia’s West Nusa Tenggara province. Led by pioneers like Dr. Siti Farida, these dedicated professionals are tackling one of the world’s highest blindness rates, restoring sight and hope to thousands.
Mozambique introduced the malaria vaccine in its worst-hit province on 5 August 2024.
The WHO has recognized Namibia’s significant progress in reducing mother-to-child transmission of HIV and hepatitis B, setting an example for other African countries to follow.