Wafaa M Rashed, Chair and Founder of Pan-African PGS Education and Research Initiative, shared a post on LinkedIn:
“Global South Solidarity in Genomics Policy: Africa as a Leader, Not a Follower
By Mr. Mutaz Mohamed (Sudan)
‘Africa’s time to lead is now — not as a follower of global agendas, but as a creator of them.’
We are delighted to share another powerful blog by Mr. Mutaz M. Abdallah Mohamed, a passionate advocate from Sudan and a graduate of the PAPERI Policy Advocacy in Genetics and Genomics Course.
In this compelling piece, Mutaz calls for a bold shift — one where Africa moves from being a passive participant to an active leader in shaping global genomics policy. He reminds us that solidarity among Global South nations is not only a path to equity, but a powerful strategy for redefining science governance on our own terms.
From championing genomic data sovereignty to building South–South partnerships, Mutaz envisions a future where African values, ethics, and priorities guide global standards — ensuring that science serves all communities fairly and justly.
At PAPERI, we stand proudly with advocates like Mutaz, whose voices inspire progress, equity, and scientific self-determination across Africa and beyond.
Together, we will continue to amplify African voices and push for policies that make our continent not just a participant — but a leader in global genomics.
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