π§ Welcome to a special edition of the ASLM Podcastβyour platform for taking the pulse of laboratory medicine across Africa and beyond.
In this episode, recorded from the sidelines of the Regional Biosafety and Biosecurity Experts Workshop in Accra, Ghana, host Nelly Rwenji is joined by a distinguished panel of experts:
πΉ Engineer Salome Kumba β Biomedical Engineer, National Public Health Laboratory, Tanzania.
πΉ Mr George Omondi Otieno - Certification of Biological Cabinets, Amref Health Africa in Kenya.
πΉ Dr Vera Vieira Mendez - Director of Quality Services, Ministry of Health, Angola
πΉ Dr Stella Odo β Member of Examination Certification Committee, Africa CDC
Discussions will focus on the Regional Biosafety and Biosecurity Professional Training Programme and its role in strengthening health security across Africa.
The conversation explores how the programme is equipping experts with the skills, confidence, and tools needed to deliver high-quality biosafety and biosecurity training, support certification processes, and strengthen national and regional capacity.
π§ What you will learn in this episode:
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How the Biosafety and Biosecurity Professional Training Programme is building a skilled workforce across Africa
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Why effective communication is critical for translating complex technical concepts into practical training
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The importance of biosafety cabinet certification in protecting laboratory personnel, communities, and the environment
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How onboarding prepares experts to deliver standardized, high-quality training across regions
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The role of the Examination and Certification Committee (ECC) in maintaining quality and certification standards
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How collaboration and knowledge-sharing among experts are strengthening regional health security
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Why capacity building and professional certification are essential for sustainable biosafety and biosecurity systems
From strengthening technical expertise to advancing certification and mentorship, this episode highlights how Africa is investing in a safer and more secure public health future.
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