Investigating laboratory capacity and whole genome sequencing practices to inform standardised protocols for bacterial genomic surveillance in Africa.
C Brand, Larisse Bolton, Angela Dramowski, Ebenezer Foster-Nyarko, Kathryn E. Holt, Mae Newton-Foot, Charlene Rodrigues, Andrew Christopher Whitelaw
This study surveys genomic surveillance practices in African labs, finding sufficient capacity but highlighting needs for improved infrastructure and standardization.
medRxiv · Sep 28, 2026 · PreprintGenetic & Genomic Medicine