Author: Eunice Wanjiru

Antimicrobial Resistance Crisis in Sub-Saharan Africa Sub-Saharan Africa is facing a crisis with a disproportionately high number of deaths attributed to antimicrobial resistance (AMR). According to the Global Research on AMR Project, it is projected that between 2025-2050, over six million deaths will be directly linked to AMR in this region. AMR occurs when bacteria and other pathogens no longer respond to antimicrobial medicines, making infections harder to treat and increasing the risk of severe illness and death. Factors contributing to the rise of resistance include lack of access to clean water, sanitation, and hygiene, as well as inadequate infection…