Dr. Andrew Kambugu is a distinguished medical professional and the Executive Director of the Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI) in Uganda. With a robust background in infectious diseases and global health, he has dedicated his career to enhancing healthcare outcomes across Africa. Dr. Kambugu’s expertise encompasses clinical research, program management, and policy development, significantly impacting the global response to HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria. He obtained his medical degree (MBChB) and residency in Internal Medicine (M.Med) at Makerere University.  Within the East Africa region, he is a pioneer in the clinical infectious diseases speciality. A prolific researcher, he has published extensively and is recognised as a leader in global health initiatives.