Outbreaks that occur at the animal-human- environment interface pose a significant threat to public health, social security, and the economy. The World Organization for Animal Health (OIE) reported that 60% of the existing human infections are zoonotic and 75% of human emerging diseases are of animal origin. In addition, 3 out 5 new human diseases detected annually are of animal origin, most of these outbreaks are triggered by favorable environments. 

In order to guide the prevention, control and elimination of priority zoonotic disease, the Africa CDC developed a One Health Framework with the following goals: 

1. Strengthen multisectoral, One Health coordination and collaboration 
2. Develop and strengthen surveillance system and data-sharing mechanisms with relevant stakeholders 
3. Strengthen laboratory systems and networks to ensure early detection, surveillance, and response
4. Ensure effective and coordinated public health emergency preparedness and response using a One Health approach
5. Strengthen and support workforce development to prevent and control priority zoonotic diseases

Following the Africa CDC’s One Health Framework goals, Africa CD