Status of donor and clinical apheresis across the African continent: A report of a 2025 survey

Key Points

• The survey reveals critical gaps in donor availability across various African regions, emphasizing a need for improvement.
• Overall, clinical apheresis practices are inconsistent, with some countries lacking established protocols or trained personnel.
• A comprehensive data collection on apheresis methods was conducted to understand regional capabilities and limitations.
• Findings suggest urgent initiatives are necessary to enhance blood supply and donor engagement efforts across the continent.