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I am honored to receive the 2025 UNESCO–Equatorial Guinea International Prize for Research in the Life Sciences. @UNESCO
I share this award with the scientists, health workers, and communities who make progress on health in Africa possible.
Rose Gana F.Leke
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Rose Gana F.Leke
@LekeRose
Professor of Immunology and Parasitology | Malaria expert | Routine Immunization advocate | Chair of the Gavi Independent Review Committee
Joined October 2014
- To God be The glory! I am honored and humbled to have been awarded the Virchow Prize. I would like to thank the foundation and all my brothers and sisters from across the world who have supported and contributed to my work.Announcement: @LekeRose receives 2023 Virchow Prize for Global Health Honoured for her pioneering infectious disease research towards a malaria-free world & relentless dedication in advancing gender equality #VirchowPrize2023 Watch the official statement: virchowprize.org
- Grateful and honored for the #VirchowPrize2023. This incredible journey shows the power of collaboration and resilience. Grateful to all who've supported me. Excited to work with all partners in science, innovation and equity for a healthier Africa and a more resilient world.
- Excited to join to share my thoughts on important public health issues! Passionate advocate for #RoutineImmunization I believe we should do everything in our power to fight polio and malaria in Africa. I strongly support empowering #WomeninScience. Let's start the conversation!
- We delved into the challenges of women's health. Inadequate funding leaves women underserved in both urban and rural areas. Let's focus on holistic well-being, bridge the funding gap, and empower women through inclusive policies and economic programs. #WHS2023The @virchowprice laureat 2023 @lekerose: To obtain gender-inclusive policies women and girls need ownership and must be at the decision-making tables. #WHS2023, @WorldHealthSmt, #globalhealth, @womeninGH
- "We celebrate the lives you have touched and the hope you have inspired" -Thank you @MoetiTshidi for this generous laudation my sister. Let's continue the work together! #VirchowPrize2023
- I’ve joined the #MakePolioHistory campaign to show the world that polio eradication is still possible and needed now❗ Raise your voice too 🗣️ and be a part of another historic win for humanity. #EndPolio
- To support women's health and advance equitable health systems in Africa, there is a need for collaboration between governments, civil society, and the private sector. Join the discussion at #CPHIA2023 and advocate for women’s access to quality healthcare. #NewPublicHealthOrder
- Malaria still claims the life of an African child every 60 seconds with sub-Saharan Africa accounting for 95% of cases. But progress has been made, with a 75% decrease in new cases in 55 malaria-endemic countries.
- Pleased to chair the 31st meeting of the African Regional Certification Commission for Polio Eradication in Kinshasa this week after their Forum on Immunization last week. We're kicking off with an inspiring opening ceremony chaired by the Vice Minister of Health.Cette semaine, la #RDC 🇨🇩 accueille, avec le soutien de @OMSRDCONGO la 31ème réunion de la commission régionale africaine de certification pour l'éradication de la #polio, incluant 6 pays & les partenaires nationaux & internationaux. Ouverture par @holenns & @LekeRose, @jGuudle
- Replying to @LekeRoseThis is truly a shared achievement and I dedicate this prize to my family, scientists in Africa and beyond, public health leaders, and community health workers who work tirelessly every day for our health security.
- Don't forget to tune in tomorrow to watch the 2023 Virchow Prize for Global Health Award Ceremony!Only a few days left! Get excited and watch the official #VirchowPrize2023 teaser | bit.ly/3LKMuy4 Join us virtually to celebrate @LekeRose and her lifetime achievements towards #HealthForAll | virchowprize.org/2023-award-cer… #globalhealth #SDGs #2030agenda #SDG3
- Excited to announce that during #AfricanVaccinationWeek, I will be asking African health experts a series of questions on vaccination in Africa. Join us in creating meaningful dialogue focused on solutions and catching up on vaccination! #remobilizeADI
- Healthcare is delivered by women but largely led by men, with women holding only 25% of senior roles. Empowering women in science unlocks new perspectives and talent that can drive innovation and progress. nature.com/articles/s4156…
