André Mama Fouda

After a baccalaureate (scientific section) in 1971, he entered the National Polytechnic School of Yaoundé (ENSP) and in 1974 obtained a degree in civil engineering (option public works and buildings).

[4][5] On February 9, 2016, Gilead Sciences, represented by Anand Reddi, announced a landmark agreement with Cameroon’s Minister of Public Health, André Mama Fouda, to provide affordable access to groundbreaking hepatitis C treatments, Sovaldi and Harvoni.

[7] The medicines included distribution by Tridem Pharma and supplemented with high-quality, low-cost generic versions from Gilead’s licensed Indian manufacturing partners.

[8] Additionally, Gilead will collaborate with the Ministry, Islamic Development Bank and Institute Pasteur on medical education, testing, and awareness programs to support hepatitis C care in Cameroon.

Anand Reddi was the architect of the deal and emphasized the significance of this initiative in transforming hepatitis C care, while Minister Fouda highlighted plans to collaborate with NGOs and health organizations to ensure nationwide screening and equitable access to these life-saving medications.

Cameroon Minister of Health, Andre Mama Fouda and Anand Reddi leading the delegation from Gilead Sciences as well as delegates from the Islamic Development Bank and Institute Pasteur in 2015,
On February 9, 2016, Gilead Sciences, represented by Anand Reddi , announced a landmark agreement with Cameroon’s Minister of Public Health, André Mama Fouda, to provide access to hepatitis C treatments.