Advancing veterinary parasitology in Africa

The World Association for Advancement of Veterinary Parasitology Africa Network (WAAVP-AN) is an umbrella network of people and institutions working towards the better control of parasitic diseases of animals, advances in the practice of veterinary parasitology, improved animal welfare and sustainable livestock production on the African continent.

Promoting best practices for management of animal parasites in Africa

The mission of WAAVP-AN is to promote best practices for managing veterinary parasites in Africa and disseminate this knowledge to its members and communities affected by animal parasites. WAAVP-AN will support its members, including researchers and other communities by providing a central repository of information and expertise in veterinary parasitology within the continent; and by funding activities aiming at addressing key priority areas in veterinary parasitology in Africa.

Latest News & Opportunities

Parasitology and One Health—Perspectives on Africa and Beyond

A Milestone in the Journey to Create an Effective Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) Vaccine for Eastern Africa

Breaking new ground in the regulatory environment: the EAC Mutual Recognition Procedure expands its product scope to include veterinary ectoparasiticides

Veterinary paraprofessional competency framework

Launch of the World Association for the Advancement of Veterinary Parasitology African Network (WAAVP-AN) in Cotonou, Benin 26-27 June 2024

World Association for the Advancement of Veterinary Parasitology African Network (WAAVP-AN) Launch set for 26-27 June 2024

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