May 09
Nigeria: Hand Hygiene Day 2024 - Water Shortages in Nigerian Communities Could Undermine Wash Efforts [blog]
Nigeria Health Watch
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Kenya: Raila Urges Govt to Keep Bargain After Deal With Medics
Capital FM
Azimio La Umoja One Kenya Leader Raila Odinga has urged the government to keep its side of the bargain following the signing of a return-to-work agreement with the Kenya Medical… Read more »
Nigeria: Our Children's Kidneys Removed Without Our Consent - Parents
Daily Trust
The fathers of two of the teenagers whose kidneys were removed by a hospital have testified that they did not give consent to the operation. Read more »
Southern Africa: Global Fund Provides 126 Million Dollars for Angola's Health System
ANGOP
The Global Fund will make US$126 million available to fight malaria, tuberculosis and HIV in Angola, the head of the organization's Africa and Middle East department, Caty Fall… Read more »
Uganda: Addressing Mental Health in Uganda - Breaking Stigma, Building Support
Nile Post
In Uganda, as in many parts of the world, mental health remains a topic shrouded in stigma and silence. Read more »
Nigeria: Bullying in Schools - Stakeholders List Ways Out of Malaise
Vanguard
Recently, the video of a bullying incident at Lead British International School, Abuja, went viral, which eventually drew the attention of the authorities and the shutting down of… Read more »
Uganda: Combating HIV Stigma - Uganda's Struggle for Awareness and Acceptance
Nile Post
In Uganda, despite significant progress in the fight against HIV/AIDS, stigma and discrimination continue to pose formidable barriers to prevention, treatment, and support. Read more »
May 08
Malawi: Leveraging Drones to Bridge Healthcare Gaps in Malawi
allAfrica
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Kenya: Doctors Call Off Nationwide Strike
Capital FM
Doctors across the nation on Wednesday ended their nationwide strike following the signing of a return-to-work agreement with the Ministry of Health and counties. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerians Turn to Unproven Asthma Treatments As Inhaler Costs Rise
VOA
In Nigeria, soaring inhaler costs pose a significant challenge for asthma patients, especially as the world marked Asthma Day this week. Read more »
Africa: World Health Organization Advises Updated Vaccine Composition to Tackle SARS-CoV-2 Evolution
Nile Post
In a recent update from the World Health Organization (WHO), it has been highlighted that SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19, continues to circulate and evolve, posing… Read more »
Kenya: City Hall Begins Construction of First Public Hospital in Mlango On Reclaimed Dump Site
Capital FM
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has launched the construction of the first public hospital in Mlango Kubwa within Mathare sub-county as part of ward-based programs. Read more »
Tanzania: State Demands Health Centres Construction Update Reports
Daily News
DEPUTY Minister of State in the President's Office (Regional Administration and Local Government), Dr Festo Dugange has directed District Executive Directors for Kilolo and Bukoba… Read more »
South Africa: A Humanist With an Unblinking Gaze - Professor Ntobeko Ntusi Takes the Hot-Seat At the South African Medical Research Council
spotlight
Professor Ntobeko Ntusi may be soft-spoken, but he is not afraid to stand by his strongly held views. As he is set to take up the hot-seat at the country's primary health research… Read more »
Ghana: Govt to Construct 400-Bed Tema General Hospital, Three Other Facilities - Dr Bernard Okoe-Boye
GhanaToday
The President Representative at the Ministry of Health, Dr Bernard Okoe-Boye, has announced that the government has obtained funds of €140 million to construct four health… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Parirenyatwa Group of Hospitals Introduces Kangaroo Mother Care Unit
263Chat
Parirenyatwa Group of Hospitals has set up an immediate kangaroo mother care (IKMC) unit and pediatric theatre, a groundbreaking development expected to bring about a considerable… Read more »
Nigeria: Concerns Over Health Hazards of Artificially Ripened Fruits
Leadership
Artificial ripening through the use of ripening agents, is done to achieve faster and more uniform ripening. Read more »
Africa: Becoming a Dad Can Be Scary. Here's How to Be the Best Father for Your Kids [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
It is natural to feel apprehensive about the responsibilities that come with parenthood - the financial obligations, the emotional and practical support, and the lifelong… Read more »
Uganda: Uganda Takes Strides in Fight Against HIV/Aids
Nile Post
Dr. Daniel Byamukama, the head of HIV Prevention at Uganda AIDS Commission has shed light on the nation's ongoing battle against HIV/AIDS. Read more »
May 07
Africa: Future Pandemics Will Have the Same Human Causes As Ancient Outbreaks - Lessons From Anthropology Can Help Prevent Them [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
The last pandemic was bad, but COVID-19 is only one of many infectious diseases that emerged since the turn of this century. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria Seeks Funds to Strengthen Pandemic Preparedness, Response
Premium Times
Nigeria is looking to apply for the second round of funding with a $500 million envelope for eligible countries. Read more »
Nigeria: HIV/Aids - Stigmatisation, Threat to Achieving 2030 Goals - Federal Govt
Leadership
Director-general of the National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA), Dr. Temitope Ilori, has expressed concern over the harmful effects of stigma and discrimination against… Read more »
Africa: Our New Vaccine Could Protect Against Coronaviruses That Haven't Even Emerged Yet - New Study [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
The rapid development of vaccines that protect against COVID was a remarkable scientific achievement that saved millions of lives. The vaccines have demonstrated substantial… Read more »
Nigeria: Katsina Govt Spent N3.77bn On Healthcare Services in 10 Months - Governor
Premium Times
Governor Radda says the Katsina government increased funds releases to the health sector by 800 per cent between June 2023 and April 2024 Read more »
Kenya: Clinical Officers Hold Protests in Nairobi Over Low Pay
Capital FM
The Kenya Union of Clinical Officers (KUCO) on Tuesday staged Protests outside the Health ministry office in Nairobi decrying what they termed as unfavorable working conditions and… Read more »