CAMRET-OHI Joint
International Conference on One Health Solutions for emerging health challenges in Africa
Theme: Harnessing research, Innovation, and Partnership for One Health Solutions to emerging health and environmental challenge in Africa
Sub-themes
Advancing Multi-Sectoral Partnerships, Policy Frameworks, and Financing Mechanisms for Sustainable One Health Implementation in Africa
Prof. Musa Abubakar Kana
Climate Change, Environmental Degradation, and Their Cascading Impacts on Human, Animal, and Ecosystem Health in Africa -
Dr. Lawal Yakubu Gada
Emerging Challenges and Sustainable Control Strategies for Neglected Tropical Diseases
Dr. Adam Dawria
Leveraging Indigenous Knowledge, Biotechnology, and Digital Innovation for One Health Solutions in Resource-Limited Settings
Prof. Md Safiul Islam Afrad
Advancing Biomedical and Translational Research, Innovation, and Capacity Building for One Health Solutions in Africa — The UDUS Agenda -
Director, OHI (Prof. Bello Arkilla Magaji)
Director, CAMRET (Dr. Ibrahim Malami)
Strengthening Surveillance, Early Warning Systems, and Rapid Response at the Human-Animal-Environment Interface in Africa -
Dr. Fatima Zanna
Find Out More About Us
About Our Conference
Our initiative fosters collaboration among Researchers, Innovation, and Partnerships for One Health Solutions to Emerging
Health and Environmental Challenges in Africa
Prof. Bashiru Garba MFR
Vice Chancellor
Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto
Our Chairperson
Chairperson & Special Guest
Special Adviser on Health to the President, Federal Republic of Nigeria and Chair of the Presidential Advisory Sub-Committee on Health
Dr Salma Ibrahim Anas is a Medical Doctor and Public Health Physician with over 30 years experience in Public Health at both national and international levels. She is a Fellow of the National Postgraduate Medical College (FMCPH) and a member of the West African College of Physicians (MWACPH).
Dr Salma joined the Federal Ministry of Health in 1999 as a Consultant Public Health Physician and deployed to the HIV/AIDS programme as Assistant Director, Department of Public Health. She established the pioneer program for HIV treatment and Prevention of Mother to Child Transmission of HIV (PMTCT) as well as coordinated the first round of proposals to the Global Fund for HIV, TB, and Malaria, where Nigeria first benefitted in 2001. Similarly, she later served as a Global Fund Manager for HIV, TB, and Malaria under the National Aids Control Agency. She has vast experience and expertise in Health Systems strengthening with specific focus on Primary Health Care (PHC) and delivery of Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child, Adolescent and Elderly Health plus Nutrition (RMNCAEH+N), including Gender Based Violence.
Keynote Speaker
Gazipur Agricultural University, Bangladesh
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Our Dedicated Team
Usmanu Danfodiyo University,
Usmanu Danfodiyo University,
Conference Tracks
- Emerging and Re-emerging Infectious Diseases in Africa
- Zoonotic Disease Surveillance, Prevention, and Control
- Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) across the Human-Animal-Environment Interface
- Pandemic Preparedness and Health System Strengthening
- Vector-borne and Neglected Tropical Diseases
- Food Safety, Foodborne Illnesses, and Public Health
- Mental Health Impacts of Environmental and Ecological Degradation
- Occupational Health Risks in Agricultural and Livestock Communities
- Non-Communicable Diseases Linked to Environmental Exposures
- Traditional and Herbal Medicine in One Health Contexts
- Maternal and Child Health in Agro-Pastoral Communities
- Digital Health Technologies and AI in Disease Surveillance
- Health Equity, Vulnerable Populations, and One Health
- Laboratory Capacity, Diagnostics, and Biosafety in Africa
- Climate Change and Its Impact on Human, Animal, and Ecosystem Health
- Biodiversity Loss and Emerging Infectious Disease Risk
- Deforestation, Land Use Change, and Spillover Events
- Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) in One Health Contexts
- Environmental Pollution — Air, Soil, and Water Contamination
- Plastic and Chemical Pollution and Health Consequences
- Wildlife Conservation and Human-Wildlife Conflict
- Ecosystem Services and Their Role in Disease Regulation
- Wetlands, Forests, and Vector Ecology
- Environmental Monitoring and Early Warning Systems
- Urban Expansion, Informal Settlements, and Environmental Health
- Climate-Induced Displacement and Health Vulnerabilities
- Environmental Policy, Legislation, and Governance in Africa
- Microplastics and Emerging Contaminants in Food and Water Systems
- Livestock Diseases with Zoonotic and Economic Significance
- Transboundary Animal Diseases and Regional Control Strategies
- Veterinary Public Health and Meat Hygiene
- Animal Welfare and Its Linkages to Human and Ecosystem Health
- Livestock Productivity, Food Security, and Livelihoods in Africa
- Brucellosis, Tuberculosis, and Other Priority Zoonoses in Livestock
- Antimicrobial Use, Stewardship, and Resistance in Animal Production
- Wildlife-Livestock-Human Interface and Disease Transmission
- Pastoralism, Nomadic Herding, and One Health Challenges
- Livestock Vaccination Programs and Immunization Coverage
- Milk and Dairy Safety from Farm to Consumer
- Slaughterhouse Hygiene, Inspection, and Worker Health
- Livestock Genetic Resources, Biodiversity, and Disease Resilience
- Climate Change Impacts on Livestock Health and Productivity
- Community-based Animal Health Services in Rural Africa
- Pesticide Use, Exposure, and Health Risks in Farming Communities
- Agricultural Intensification and Emerging Disease Risks
- Soil Health, Microbiome, and Human Wellbeing
- Irrigation Systems, Water Management, and Vector-borne Disease
- Food Systems Transformation and One Health Approaches
- Agrobiodiversity, Crop Diversity, and Nutritional Security
- Post-Harvest Losses, Mycotoxins, and Food Safety
- Agroecology and Sustainable Farming for Health and Environment
- Use of Animal Manure, Wastewater Irrigation, and Pathogen Risks
- Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) — Health and Environmental Debate
- Climate-Smart Agriculture and Adaptation Strategies in Africa
- Smallholder Farmers, Food Insecurity, and Health Vulnerabilities
- Agri-Food Value Chains and Public Health Intersections
- Urban and Peri-urban Agriculture and Associated Health Risks
- Agricultural Policy, Investment, and One Health Mainstreaming
- One Health Governance, Policy Integration, and Institutional Frameworks
- Research Capacity Building and Scientific Innovation in Africa
- Community Engagement, Behavior Change, and Health Communication
- Gender, Youth, and Inclusion in One Health Programming
- Financing and Resource Mobilization for One Health in Africa
- Multi-Sectoral Partnerships — Academia, Government, Private Sector, and NGOs
- Indigenous and Local Knowledge Systems in One Health Solutions
- Data Sharing, Open Science, and One Health Information Systems
- One Health Education, Training, and Workforce Development
- Humanitarian Settings, Conflict Zones, and One Health Responses
Registration Fees
CAMRET–OHI Joint International Conference 2026 | Hybrid (Physical & Virtual)
| Category | Early Bird (In-Person) |
Regular (In-Person) |
Early Bird (Virtual) |
Regular (Virtual) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Local Participants (Academics) | Closed | ₦35,000 | Closed | ₦15,000 |
| Local Participants (Professionals) | Closed | ₦40,000 | ||
| Local Students | Closed | ₦20,000 | Closed | ₦15,000 |
| International Participants | Closed | $150 | Closed | $50 |
| International Students | Closed | $75 | Closed | $50 |
* Virtual registration can be combined as one package.
| Item | Fees |
|---|---|
| Workshop / Hands-on Training | ₦10,000 – ₦20,000 |
| Gala Night Ticket (External Guests) | ₦15,000 |
| Exhibition Booth | ₦100,000 – ₦300,000 |
| Corporate Sponsorship Packages | ₦500,000 – ₦5,000,000 |
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Bank | Polaris Bank |
| Account Name | One Health Institute |
| Account Number | 1140312829 |
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Pre-Conference Workshop | 23rd September, 2026 |
| Conference Dates | 24th – 25th September, 2026 |
| Venue | CAMRET / One Health Institute, UDUS |
| Mode | Hybrid (Physical and Virtual Participation) |
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