The fight against Lassa fever takes centre stage in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire, where health leaders gather from 8 to 11 September for the Lassa Fever International Conference. With the theme "Beyond Borders," the meeting focuses on strengthening regional cooperation against Lassa fever and other emerging diseases. Among the speakers is Dr. Adetifa Dayo, Chief Transformation Officer and Chief Executive Officer of FIND, the global health organisation driving access to innovative diagnostics.