The ECOWAS Regional Animal Health Center (RAHC) has achieved a milestone in regional health management by deploying the Regional Animal Health Information System (RAHIS) in Assinie, Côte d’Ivoire. This initiative represents a crucial advancement to fortify animal health surveillance and management capabilities across the ECOWAS region. From June 19 to 21, a collaborative and comprehensive training session brought together veterinary professionals, animal health experts, and information systems specialists from ECOWAS Member States.
This hands-on session focused on the implementation and operational use of RAHIS, showcasing the collective effort towards regional animal health management. RAHIS is strategically designed to streamline data collection, facilitate communication, and bolster the analysis of animal health information. By enhancing these core functions, the system aims to significantly elevate the region’s ability to effectively monitor and control animal diseases.
The deployment of RAHIS underscores ECOWAS’s commitment to fostering robust health infrastructure and cooperation among Member States, ensuring a unified approach to safeguarding animal health across West Africa..