Brazzaville – The landmark decision by World Health Organization (WHO) to recognize noma (cancrum oris) as one of the neglected tropical diseases will help boost efforts to end the devastating disease especially in the African region which bears the highest burden globally. Noma is a rapidly progressing severe gangrenous disease of the mouth and the

Sierra Leone has taken a significant stride in strengthening its public health infrastructure with the unveiling of the National Public Health Agency (NPHA). This pivotal initiative, launched on December 14, 2023, by H.E. President Brigadier Rtd Dr. Julius Maada Bio, reflects the government's resolute commitment to enhance the well-being of its citizens and build a

The African region celebrates the 3 years of the global movement to eliminate cervical cancer: Benin hosts the event under the sign of disease prevention and control to save lives Official ceremony of the celebration of the 3 years of the global movement to eliminate cervical cancer - Benin, Cotonou - November 17, 2023 Since

The World Health Organization (WHO) raises concerns about Ethiopia's escalating public health needs. According to the Humanitarian Response Plan 2023, 17.4 million people across the country are affected by a prolonged El Niño-induced drought, floods, and conflicts, with the Somali, Afar, Oromia, Central Ethiopia, South Ethiopia, and Southwest areas experiencing the most significant impact. The

In a recent development, Sierra Leone, in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO), UNICEF, and Gavi, has taken a significant step forward in the fight against malaria. On December 15, 2023, the WHO Sierra Leone team, led by the WHO Country Representative Dr. Innocent Bright Nuwagira, joined forces with the Ministry of Health senior

Maternal Mortality remains a key issue affecting women of reproductive age across the African Region. The current Maternal Mortality Ratio for Lesotho is 566/100,000 live births. This is categorized as very high and is above the regional average of 545/100,000 live births   To address the high maternal and neonatal mortalities in Lesotho, the technical

In a landmark event, the World Health Organization (WHO) organized a ‘historical’ workshop on Health Technology Assessment (HTA) for selected member states in the African region. Held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, from December 12th to 14th, 2023, with the theme ‘Health Technology Assessment for Priority Setting to Achieve Universal Health Coverage,’ the workshop aimed at

Bishoftu - The World Health Organization (WHO) proudly launched the Health Transformation Leaders training program on December 18, 2023. High-level representation from national and regional levels, including state ministers of health, heads of regional health bureaus, director generals, and deputies of agencies, was in attendance, making this event a resounding success.  This holistic approach to

Addis Ababa: The World Health Organization (WHO) Ethiopia’s Country Office hosted the Inter country, capacity building workshop for the National Immunization Technical Advisory Groups (NITAGs) of the host Ethiopia, Lesotho, Namibia, Mauritius, Seychelles, and Somalia from the WHO EMRO Region. The NITAG’s capacity building workshop was held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia from 11 to 15

By Vivian Mugarisi Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe - For many Zimbabweans, access to affordable surgical care remains a distant dream. Simple surgical procedures like hernia repair, tonsillectomy and benign tumor excision can become insurmountable obstacles due to exorbitant costs and limited access to specialized surgeons. The introduction of free surgical camps in January this year has

By Vivian Mugarisi Mutare, Zimbabwe – The World Health Organization (WHO) upgraded and expanded the cholera treatment centers (CTCs) at Chiadzwa and Zvipiripiri Rural Health Centres to strengthen the country's response to the ongoing cholera outbreak. The rural health centres are both located in Mutare District, Manicaland Province. This move aims to improve access to

Abuja, 16 December, 2023 - The World Health Organization (WHO) in collaboration with its partners is supporting the government of Nigeria in finding evidence-based and sustainable solutions  towards the attainment of Universal Health Coverage (UHC) by 2030.  This is to accelerate the ongoing effort of the government to ensure that all Nigerians irrespective of age