In a powerful display of national unity and commitment, Senegal is on the cusp of eliminating river blindness—an achievement driven by the dedication of its leaders, health workers, and communities. Since 2018, the country has reported no transmission of the disease, marking a significant step toward a future free from river blindness.
In August, a high-level event in Dakar, Senegal, brought together key partners to celebrate this progress. Hosted by the Ministry of Health and Social Action in collaboration with the END Fund and the Mohamed bin Zayed Foundation for Humanity through RLMF, the gathering highlighted Senegal’s leadership and the collective efforts that have made this success possible.
Among the distinguished guests were Serigne Mbaye, Secretary General of the Ministry of Health and Social Action; H.E. Saeed Hamdan Alnaqbi, UAE Ambassador to the Republic of Senegal; and Dr. Solomon Zewdu, Chief Executive Officer of the END Fund—each offering reflections on the journey so far and the road ahead.
