Nigeria, May 19 -- The World Health Organisation (WHO) has nominated Mohamed Janabi of Tanzania as the next Regional Director for the African Region, following a meeting of the WHO Regional Committee on Sunday.

Mr Janabi's nomination comes months after the sudden death of the Regional Director-elect, Faustine Ndugulile, in November 2024.

Mr Ndugulile's passing prompted WHO Member States in Africa to convene a special election session to fill the leadership gap.

The nomination will be submitted for appointment by the 157th session of the WHO Executive Board, scheduled to meet from 28 to 29 May 2025 in Geneva.

Once confirmed, Mr Janabi will assume office for a five-year term, with the possibility of reappointment.

Mr Janabi emerged ahe...