Dr. Babacar Gueye

Dr. Babacar Gueye is Director of Planning, Research and Statistics at the Ministry of Health and Social Action of Senegal. He is a medical doctor and public health specialist. He has extensive experience in epidemiology, health program management, and national health policy development.

Before assuming his current role, he served as Director of Disease Control, where he led major national initiatives addressing infectious diseases and strengthening surveillance systems. His work has focused particularly on maternal and child health, reproductive health, malaria control, and national health planning.

Dr. Gueye also represents Senegal in international health forums, contributing to discussions on global health cooperation and sustainable investment in health systems. Through his leadership, he supports evidencebased decision-making and strategic planning that strengthens Senegal’s health sector.