Lusaka to Host One Health Summit Addressing Regional Health Threats. Lusaka, Zambia — December 11, 2025 The Regional One Health Conference for Eastern and Southern Africa is set to take place in Lusaka, Zambia, from December 11 to 12, 2025. Hosted by the Government of Zambia, the event is co-organized by the Southern African Development Community (SADC), the World Bank, and the Quadripartite Alliance.
The summit aims to bring together ministers, policymakers, private sector representatives, youth, and civil society to launch a regional One Health declaration.
The declaration is expected to address a range of health, climate, and cross — border threats. These include emerging diseases, antimicrobial resistance, and food safety, which have been exacerbated by climate change and increased interactions between people, animals, and the environment.
According to regional officials, the conference highlights the importance of collaborative efforts in responding to these challenges. Officials commented on the matter.
The event is part of a broader initiative to promote the One Health concept, which emphasizes the interconnections between human, animal, and environmental health.
Participants are expected to discuss strategies for strengthening surveillance, research, and response mechanisms to prevent and control diseases that can affect all three sectors. Further details about the summit’s agenda and specific outcomes are expected to be released in the coming days.
The government of Zambia has not yet commented on the expected participation of heads of state or the anticipated impact of the summit on regional health policies.
The Regional One Health Conference in Lusaka comes at a critical time, as the world grapples with the COVID — 19 pandemic and the potential for future health crises.
The event is seen as a significant step towards fostering international cooperation and enhancing the region’s preparedness for such challenges.
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Source: Lusaka to Host Major Regional Summit on Health, Climate.
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*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 3*
