Samba Sow

Samba Sow is a leading figure in African public health, serving as Director General of the Center for Vaccine Development in Mali and a former Minister of Health of Mali. A renowned vaccinologist and infectious disease expert, he has dedicated his career to advancing vaccine research and strengthening health systems across West Africa.

His tenure as Minister of Health was marked by significant reforms in Mali’s public health infrastructure and disease prevention programs. Dr. Sow has been instrumental in conducting major vaccine trials on the continent, contributing to the global fight against diseases such as cholera, typhoid, and COVID-19. He remains a powerful voice for African leadership in biomedical research and vaccine equity