Centre for Epidemic Response & Innovation (CERI)

🚨 Future health leaders of Africa, this is for you! Apply for the fully funded African STARS MBA Fellowship in Health Care Leadership at @StellenboschUni Business School. Under 35? In health? Leading teams? 👉 Apply by 31 July: starsfellows.africa/african-stars-… #STARSFellows…

We are thrilled to announce the Advanced Metagenomics Virus Discovery Workshop in South Africa, featuring top global experts. - Application: 31 July 2025 - Scholarships: Available for scientists and public health officials from developing countries - Workshop: 17-21 Nov 2025…

linkedin.com/feed/update/ur… Capacity building starts with exposure. Last week, 15 high school learners explored real-world science at CERI, lab tours, mentorship & inspiring talks from researchers & industry leaders. Thanks to all who made it possible. Let’s keep opening doors. 👩🏾…

We are opening a new phase of Genomic Surveillance in South Africa. This is a major public health collaboration to scale up monitoring and analyzing genetic information from pathogens, this was officially launched in Cape Town. Watch the whole video at: youtu.be/gBljBwu6pN8

Calling all African Health Care Leaders: the African STARS Fellowship; a fully funded Master of Business Administration (MBA). Opportunity provided by CERI at Stellenbosch University and the Institut Pasteur de Dakar, in partnership with the @MastercardFdn starsfellows.africa/Master-Busines…

“This recognition is not just for me, It is for the many African scientists, students, and communities working together to solve problems with science and innovation. We are showing the world what is possible when Africa leads.” Congratulations to Prof. @Tuliodna on winning the…

I am truly grateful and humbled to be awarded the African Scientific Leadership Prize of 2025. This prize, funded by the EDCTP and the European Commission, acknowledges male leaders like myself who are dedicated to revolutionizing science. Short video - youtube.com/watch?v=OzXu5D…

Africa has the talent to lead in science; what’s needed is investment in capacity. We hosted 10 fellows from various African countries for hands-on digital PCR training with @QIAGEN at CERI. 🎥 Watch how we’re building Africa’s molecular future: youtu.be/tVExpR44eUY…

This week, we are at the 12th #EDCTPForum in Kigali, CERI Director Prof @Tuliodna highlighted how #GenPathAfrica and the GenEpi Network are strengthening outbreak preparedness through genomic epidemiology across Africa. We are continuously building local capacity, advancing…

Today at the seminar, the principal medical scientist of NHLS, Prof Felicia Burt, delved into the mechanisms of virus spillover and strategies for crafting effective surveillance and epidemic responses to manage outbreaks inAfrica. Understanding these critical aspects is key to…

South Africa remains at forefront of genomics. Recent publication in Nature Comms show how Gauteng has been pivotal in the emergence of various Omicron lineages, including recent as BA.2.86. Manuscript openly accessible: nature.com/articles/s4146… #Genomics #Omicron #Surveillance

In an age where misinformation spreads faster than facts, it has never been more crucial for scientists to engage the public. Science Communication to Public Engagement An open lecture - issuu.com/the.gem/docs/t… youtube.com/watch?v=m3sQ-t…

Finishing preparation for the #G20 session on pandemic preparedness and response.

Very good feedback, discussion and network after my session at #G20 Health, now a great session on producing biological countermeasures that arrive where most needed. #SouthAfrica #G20

The @CPA_UK delegation met inspiring UK-SA partners driving real change — from disease surveillance at @ceri_news, to mental health & education support via @communitykeeper, and GBV prevention with @RapeCrisis. A powerful reminder of #UKwithSA partnerships in action.

🚀All paid for! Applications are now open for the fully funded African STARS Fellowship to do an MSc in Bioinformatics of Infectious Diseases and Pathogen Genomics at @StellenboschUni If you're ≤35, based in Africa, and hold an Honours/4-yr degree (≥65%) in bioinformatics,…

A Friday reminder that "At @StellenboschUni, we are committed to the institution being in service of society...translating research and the teaching and learning into societal impact." - Prof. Deresh Ramjugernath, Rector and Vice-Chancellor at Stellenbosch University during the…

Wow! What a night! Not only we open a state-of-the-art biotech incubator in South Africa, which already has multiple companies but also celebrated 10 years of one of the most successful business accelerator program in Africa. Watch the full video - youtu.be/4OjNfD_iqhQ