The African Sepsis Alliance Mourns the Sudden Loss of Dr. Emmanuel Nsutebu

The African Sepsis Alliance is deeply saddened to inform you of the sudden passing of our founder, Dr. Emmanuel Nsutebu, a visionary leader and champion for global sepsis care.

Emmanuel’s dedication to tackling sepsis in Africa and worldwide has transformed countless lives and created a legacy that will continue to inspire and save lives in the years to come. Today marks a profound and shocking loss for the global health community, for sepsis patients across the globe, and for all of us privileged to know and work alongside him.

Emmanuel was a Board Member of the Global Sepsis Alliance,  Founder and Chair of the African Sepsis Alliance, and Chair of Tropical and Infectious Diseases at Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City, and, most crucially, a father, husband, and friend.

His journey with sepsis began with his profound empathy and understanding of the devastating impact that this life-threatening condition has on patients, particularly in Africa. His experience in infectious diseases highlighted the critical gaps in sepsis awareness, diagnosis, and treatment, fueling his determination to take action.

He was a widely acknowledged health practitioner and global health expert. In recognition of his outstanding knowledge and experience, Emmanuel has served as an advisor and consultant on infectious diseases and sepsis on Boards and task forces of the World Health Organization, Royal Liverpool Hospital, NHS England, NHS Improvement, and other leading organizations in the field.

Emmanuel has been an unwavering advocate and voice for the most vulnerable children and adults suffering from infectious diseases and sepsis, especially in low-resource settings.

Emmanuel’s memory will live on in the work of the African Sepsis Alliance and the many healthcare professionals, colleagues, friends, and family members who loved him.

Today, each and every member of our community mourns not only a founder and leader but a compassionate healer whose legacy will continue to light the way forward for sepsis care in Africa and around the world.