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29 Jul 2025

WVA champions global veterinary leadership at WVAC2025/AVMA Convention through the One Health Summit and Expert Seminars

WVA took the 40th World Veterinary Association Congress (WVAC), to Washington, D.C., to be hosted the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA). Besides and amazing Continuing Education programme led by AVMA, WVA a series of events addressing some of the most pressing challenges in veterinary medicine and global health. The highlight of WVA’s engagement was the 11th WVA Global One Health Summit, held on 20 July 2025, which focused on the veterinary profession’s essential role in tackling global food security through the One Health lens.

27 Jul 2025

World Veterinary Association Publishes Annual Report Highlighting Global Impact and Strategic Growth

WVA has published its Annual Report of Activities, outlining the Association’s key achievements and milestones since the last General Assembly, held in Cape Town on 22 April 2024. This year’s report showcases WVA’s ongoing commitment to advancing global veterinary priorities, strengthening international partnerships, and driving strategic growth across all areas of its work. Central to these efforts has been the collective dedication of the WVA Council, Committees, Working Groups, the Secretariat, and the wider WVA membership.

22 Jul 2025

WVA and Ceva Animal Health Celebrate Global Veterinary Excellence during WVAC2025/AVMA Convention

WVA and Ceva Animal Health (Ceva), the fifth-largest animal health company globally, proudly held an award ceremony to recognise the outstanding veterinary professionals worldwide, honouring their achievements. The biggest honour of the night, Veterinarian of the Year, was awarded to Professor Susan W. Mbugua, who was also the winner of the Veterinary Education category. A retired Professor of Veterinary Surgery from the University of Nairobi, she revolutionised veterinary education through her expertise in complex surgical disciplines, while serving as Founding Chairperson of the Kenya Small and Companion Animal Veterinary Association and shaping professional standards across East Africa.

20 Jul 2025

Global veterinary leaders unite: 40th WVA Congress and AVMA Convention 2025 launch in Washington, launch in Washington DC, US

The World Veterinary Association (WVA) and the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) are pleased to announce the opening of AVMA Convention 2025, taking place July 18–22 in Washington D.C, wbringing together veterinary professionals from around the globe for an international exchange of knowledge and collaboration.

16 Jul 2025

Nigerian Veterinary Student Ahmed Sahhed Olaide is the Veterinary Student of the Year in the WVA Global Veterinary Awards

The World Veterinary Association (WVA), in partnership with Ceva Santé Animale (Ceva), is proud to announce Ahmed Saheed Olaide of Nigeria as the Veterinary Student of the Year in the 2025 WVA Global Veterinary Awards.

11 Jul 2025

U.S. Veterinarian Dr. Joni Scheftel Honored with One Health Award in the WVA Global Veterinary Awards

The World Veterinary Association (WVA) and Ceva Santé Animale (Ceva) are pleased to announce the winner of the One Health category in the prestigious WVA Global Veterinary Awards: Dr. Joni Scheftel, a pioneering public health veterinarian from the United States.

8 Jul 2025

Sri Lankan Veterinarian Professor Mangala Gunatilake Wins Animal Welfare Category at WVA Global Veterinary Awards

The World Veterinary Association (WVA) and Ceva Santé Animale (Ceva) are pleased to announce that Professor Mangala Gunatilake, nominated by the Sri Lanka Veterinary Association (SLVA), has been named the winner of the Animal Welfare category in the WVA Global Veterinary Awards.

4 Jul 2025

Kenyan Veterinarian Professor Susan W. Mbugua Named Winner of Veterinary Education Category in the WVA Global Veterinary Awards

The World Veterinary Association (WVA) and Ceva Santé Animale (Ceva) are pleased to announce the winner of the Veterinary Education category in the forthcoming WVA Global Veterinary Awards: Professor Susan W. Mbugua, a respected and trailblazing veterinary educator from Kenya.

30 Jun 2025

U.S. Veterinarian Dr. Randall Singer Named Winner of Medicine Stewardship Category in the WVA Global Veterinary Awards

The World Veterinary Association (WVA) and Ceva Santé Animale (Ceva) are pleased to announce that Dr. Randall Singer, nominated by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), is the winner of the Medicine Stewardship category in the prestigious WVA Global Veterinary Awards.

20 Jun 2025

Strengthening Veterinary Education of Teachers and Students in Africa

The World Veterinary Association (WVA) is proud to be a key partner in the EU-funded EDUVETerinary Bootcamps, an initiative dedicated to transforming veterinary education in Sub-Saharan Africa through international cooperation and curriculum innovation. As part of the EDUVETerinary project, these bootcamps—held in Tanzania, Malawi, Zambia, and Botswana between May 16 and 28—brought together over 200 veterinary students, educators, and professionals to co-create practical, locally relevant educational solutions that prepare learners for the realities of the veterinary field.