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Médecins sans frontières (MSF)
Source: Médecins sans frontières (MSF) |

South Sudan: ‘Malaria is preventable with the right tools’

Despite the predictable recurrence of malaria peaks, immunization coverage remains inadequate, contributing to overcrowded health facilities and an unbroken cycle of severe cases

Malaria remains a leading cause of illness and death among children in South Sudan. The country faces malaria outbreak every year, worsened by factors such as flooding, poverty and a fragile health system. Despite the predictable recurrence of malaria peaks, immunization coverage remains inadequate, contributing to overcrowded health facilities and…

World Food Programme (WFP)
Source: World Food Programme (WFP) |

Nourishing minds and bodies: homegrown school meals enhance food security and wellbeing among Gambian children, United Nation (UN) study finds

Findings are set to shape the future of school feeding initiatives in the Gambia and beyond, as school meals play a crucial role in attracting, feeding, and nurturing children while in school

Findings from a comprehensive impact evaluation of the Home-Grown School Feeding Programme (HGSF) in the Gambia reveals that school meals enhance food security and dietary diversity, while improving mental well-being among Gambian children - especially girls. Conducted by the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) through its Office of Evaluations,…

RegTech Africa

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Transforming African Healthcare: Top Experts Join Forces at the 2024 RegTech Africa Digital Health Conference

Virtual Conference | 28-29 November 2024 | Theme: “Innovating Digital Health: Navigating Regulatory Challenges in Africa”

The 2024 RegTech Africa Digital Health Conference (https://RegTechAfrica.com/), scheduled for 28-29 November, is set to be a landmark event, featuring distinguished thought leaders and industry pioneers who are shaping the future of digital healthcare and regulatory landscapes in Africa. With the theme, “Innovating Digital Health: Navigating Regulatory Challenges in Africa,”…

Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC)
Source: Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) |

Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) calls for Reassessment of United States Level 3 Travel Advisory on Rwanda

Rwanda’s success is credited to the swift and coordinated efforts led by its Ministry of Health, in collaboration with Africa CDC, the World Health Organization (WHO), and international partners

The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has formally urged the United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (US CDC) to reassess and lift the Level 3 travel advisory (“Reconsider Travel”) issued for Rwanda on October…

Médecins sans frontières (MSF)
Source: Médecins sans frontières (MSF) |

Médecins sans frontières (MSF): 16% of war-wounded patients at south Khartoum hospital are children

Doctors are also concerned about the spike in children arriving at the hospital severely malnourished

Approximately one in six war-wounded patients treated at the Bashair Teaching Hospital in south Khartoum since January 2024 have been under the age of 15, medical organisation Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) said today. Many suffered gunshot, blast and shrapnel wounds. Doctors are also concerned about the spike in children arriving…

Canon Central and North Africa (CCNA)

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Canon kicks off month-long fitness challenge to boost employee wellness across Central and North Africa Middle East and Turkey

Supporting health and fitness in line with the 30x30 Dubai Fitness Challenge, Company motivates employees to achieve 240,000 steps (8,000 steps daily) from October 28 to November 25, 2024

Canon (Canon-CNA.com) has launched a month-long health and wellness initiative aligned with the 30x30 Dubai Fitness Challenge. Titled “Fitness Challenge Month,” the program encourages Canon employees in offices throughout  Canon Central and North Africa including Nigeria, Egypt, Morocco, Algeria, Kenya, and Ivory Coast; Canon Middle East including the UAE, KSA,…

World Health Organization (WHO) - Nigeria
Source: World Health Organization (WHO) - Nigeria |

Delivering lifesaving health services for flood-displaced families in Nigeria

Almost 90 000 vulnerable people have been forced to take shelter in temporary camps with limited access to food, clean water and health services

Borno state, in northeastern Nigeria, has been severely impacted by recent floods, which have displaced more than 400 000 people and led to 37 deaths. The flooding, mostly affecting the municipal area of Maiduguri, the state’s capital, has also caused significant damage to agricultural land and infrastructure, including health facilities. Almost…

Ministry of Health, Kenya
Source: Ministry of Health, Kenya |

Kenya: Cabinet Secretary Health Visits Kapenguria Referral Hospital to Monitor Social Health Authority (SHA) Implementation

During her visit, Dr. Barasa emphasized the importance of ensuring that all registered Kenyans, particularly expectant mothers, have access to essential healthcare services

Cabinet Secretary for Health, Dr. Deborah Barasa, visited Kapenguria Referral Hospital on November 17 to review the progress of the Social Health Authority (SHA) rollout. She was joined by West Pokot Deputy Governor Robert Komolle and Assistant County Commissioner Emily Ogola.  During her visit, Dr. Barasa emphasized the importance of ensuring that…

President of the Republic of Kenya
Source: President of the Republic of Kenya |

Kenya: Government to Release KSh 2.5 Billion to Pay National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF) Debts

This is on top of the KSh5 billion the government recently paid out to make the roll-out of the Universal Health Coverage smooth

The government will release an additional KSh2.5 billion next week to pay for debts owed to hospitals and service providers by the defunct National Hospital Insurance Fund, President William Ruto has announced. This is on top of the KSh5 billion the government recently paid out to make the roll-out of…

President of the Republic of Kenya
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Kenya: President Ruto Pledges to Address Social Health Authority (SHA) Challenges

Reiterating that the new health insurance is critical to providing all Kenyans with accessible healthcare, the President said the government will continue improving the model

The government will review the Universal Health Coverage to resolve problematic issues pointed out by Kenyans, including Catholic bishops, President William Ruto has said. Reiterating that the new health insurance is critical to providing all Kenyans with accessible healthcare, the President said the government will continue improving the model. “I…