[Africa CDC] Addis Ababa, Ethiopia -- Africa CDC welcomes the optimistic statement of the Governing Board of the Pandemic Fund (PF), which reflects our shared commitment to ensuring the health security of Africa. Africa CDC acknowledges and profoundly appreciates its continued support in strengthening pandemic prevention, preparedness, and response capacities across the continent. The two key outcomes of the statement, which deeply recognize the need for speed and efficiency in garnering resources for mpox, as well as the creation of a