Khartoum: The Minister of Cabinet Affairs, Dr. Lamia Abdel-Ghaffar Khalafallah, recently convened a meeting at her office in Port Sudan with a delegation from the Medical and Health Professions Council. The delegation was led by Dr. Zaki Al-Bashir and included members of its executive bureau.
According to Sudan News Agency, Dr. Zaki Al-Bashir, Chairman of the Council, highlighted the Council’s efforts in crisis management over the past period. He reported that more than 27,000 practitioners have been registered between June 2023 and August 2025. Furthermore, over 4,600 practitioners from various medical and health specialties are set to take the oath before the Minister of Cabinet Affairs on September 13. These practitioners will be distributed across six external centers and 11 states.
The meeting also covered the Council’s progress in digital transformation projects and addressed the long-term needs of citizens for medical and health professions. Dr. Al-Bashir provided a comprehensive briefing on the current situation of practitioners and emphasized the importance of continuous training for cadres. He also acknowledged the support received during the war period.
In response, the Minister expressed her readiness to support the Council’s programs and activities, ensuring the ongoing development and enhancement of the medical and health sectors.