The Academy of Scientific Research and Technology (ASRT) announced on Saturday 8 February that Egypt has been designated as the headquarters for the Regional Center for Raising Bio-Manufacturing Capacities for the North African Region (RCCN). In partnership with Morocco, the initiative underscores Egypt’s dedication to advancing the pharmaceutical manufacturing sector, particularly in vaccine production according to the Egyptian Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research. Dr. Ayman Ashour, the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, emphasized that this achievement reflects the Egyptian state’s commitment to developing its pharmaceutical manufacturing capabilities and enhancing scientific research in biotechnology. He stated that the success of the Egyptian file, submitted by the Unified Procurement Authority as part of the Egyptian Alliance for Vaccine Manufacturers (EVMA), highlights Egypt’s strategic vision to localize vaccine production across the African continent. This announcement was made during the Second Forum on Vaccine Manufacturing and Health Products for African Union member states, which took place from 4-6 February 2025, in Cairo. The official announcement was attended by numerous senior officials, including Dr. John Nkengasong, Director of the African Centre for Disease Control and Prevention, and Dr. Sanya Nishtar, and…
Egypt Selected as Headquarters for Regional Biomanufacturing Center in North Africa
February 9, 2025
By Belal Nawar
Senior Journalist
