Processus de candidature à Gavi et leçons tirées : expérience du Burundi

Le Dr Bellejoie Louise Iriwacu du Programme élargi de vaccination du Burundi a présenté le parcours du pays vers l’introduction du vaccin anti-HPV avec l’appui de Gavi. Une phase pilote lancée en 2016 a couvert deux districts (Ngozi et Rumonge), ciblant les filles de 3e année primaire et les filles non scolarisées de 10 ans […]

Key components of application: decision-making process, selecting and estimating target population, and budgeting – Mali

Dr. Ibrahima Diarra from Mali’s Expanded Program on Immunization detailed the country’s HPV vaccination journey, starting with a Gavi-funded pilot (2015–2018) in Bamako Commune V and Fana district. The program demonstrated feasibility and generated strong public demand, supported by national leadership and October’s “Pink October” campaigns. Mali will introduce a single-dose Gardasil vaccine targeting 10-year-old […]

Decision-making process, selecting and estimating target population, and budgeting – Benin

Benin’s HPV vaccination introduction prioritized 9-year-old girls for routine immunization and expanded coverage to 9–14-year-olds through a multi-age campaign. A demonstration project (2016–2019) in rural and urban districts showed high acceptance and over 90% coverage. Target population estimates combined census data and school enrollment statistics to address gaps for out-of-school girls. The school-based strategy was […]

Key components of application: decision-making process, selecting and estimating target population, and budgeting – Q&A Session

The discussion highlighted the urgent burden of cervical cancer in Africa, where two to three women out of four die from the disease despite the availability of HPV vaccines. Participants emphasized cost challenges, especially comparing Gavi-supported prices to market costs. Questions addressed key implementation aspects: age targeting (why 10 years), inclusion of boys, strategies for […]

Gavi application process and lessons learned: country experience from Burundi

Dr. Bellejoie Louise Iriwacu from Burundi’s Expanded Program on Immunization shared the country’s journey toward HPV vaccine introduction with Gavi support. A pilot phase launched in 2016 covered two districts (Ngozi and Rumonge), targeting schoolgirls in third grade and out-of-school girls aged 10 with a two-dose Cervarix schedule. High coverage rates above 85% demonstrated strong […]

Mozambique’s Experience with the Introduction of the HPV Vaccine

Amélia Dipuve presents Mozambique’s experience with HPV vaccine introduction, outlining the planning process, demonstration activities, Gavi application, and challenges encountered during rollout. The presentation reflects on implementation progress and coordination efforts to support long-term program sustainability. (Video in Portuguese; PDF in English)

GAVI Application Process: Benin

Le Dr Landry Kaucléy présente l’expérience du Bénin dans la demande de soutien de Gavi pour l’introduction du vaccin contre le VPH. Il détaille le processus de demande en plusieurs étapes, la coordination des parties prenantes, les besoins en assistance technique, ainsi que les retards causés par d’autres urgences sanitaires concurrentes. La présentation met en […]

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