Health

Africa’s Economic and Political Pressure Points Remain in Focus 0

Business, Economy, Health, Politics
05:45 AM, Sep 02

Across the continent, this week’s major developments show that Africa’s biggest challenges are increasingly connected: economic reforms, debt, energy, healthcare, elections and governance. Nigeria is recording stronger economic growth while still dealing with high living costs and structural challenges. Senegal is seeking IMF support to rebuild financial credibility, while Zambia begins another presidential term amid […]

UK Announces £50m Support for DR Congo Ebola Response 0

Breaking, Health
05:38 AM, Sep 02

The United Kingdom has announced more than £50 million in new funding to support efforts to contain the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The package will support vulnerable communities, frontline health workers, disease surveillance and other emergency measures. The new funding brings Britain’s total contribution to the Ebola response to about £78 […]

Lassa Fever Death Toll Rises to 252 in Nigeria 0

Breaking, Health
04:59 AM, Sep 02

Nigeria is facing renewed concern over Lassa fever after the country’s confirmed death toll rose to 252. The latest figures from the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention show the country has recorded 1,035 confirmed cases, with a case fatality rate of 24.4 per cent. Fourteen new confirmed cases were reported in the latest reporting […]

DR Congo Ebola Outbreak Passes 6,000 Cases as Death Toll Nears 3,000 0

Crisis, Health
07:46 AM, Sep 01

KINSHASA — The Democratic Republic of Congo is facing a major public-health crisis as its latest Ebola outbreak has surpassed 6,000 confirmed cases, with nearly 3,000 deaths reported. According to figures from Congolese authorities cited by Reuters, 6,041 cases had been confirmed, including 2,911 deaths and 1,366 recoveries. Hundreds of patients remain in isolation or […]

Ebola Crisis Deepens in DR Congo as Vaccination Campaign Expands

Ebola Crisis Deepens in DR Congo as Outbreak Spreads to More Health Zones 0

Breaking, Health
06:09 AM, Aug 31

Kinshasa, DR Congo: Health authorities and international partners are stepping up efforts to control a rapidly spreading Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The outbreak is being caused by the Bundibugyo virus, a strain of Ebola that has created serious challenges for health authorities. The World Health Organization says the outbreak has now […]

Nigeria Plans Six Medical Simulation Centres, Targets 20,000 Medical Students Yearly 0

Breaking, Economy, Health
06:07 AM, Aug 31

Abuja, Nigeria: The Federal Government has announced plans to establish six medical simulation centres across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones. The centres are expected to provide modern facilities for practical medical training and help improve the quality of healthcare education. The government also wants to increase annual admission into Nigerian medical schools to about 20,000 students […]

DR Congo Launches Ebola Vaccination Drive

DR Congo Begins Ebola Vaccination as Outbreak Raises Fresh Health Concerns 0

Health
06:10 PM, Aug 28

The Democratic Republic of Congo has begun vaccinating frontline health workers as authorities intensify efforts to contain a serious Ebola outbreak in the eastern part of the country. The vaccination campaign began in Kisangani, with health workers and others directly involved in the response receiving priority. The campaign is being rolled out in affected areas […]

Ghana Faces $78m Health Funding Gap as US Aid Cuts Threaten Child Immunisation 0

Health
05:03 AM, Aug 28

Ghana’s childhood immunisation programme is facing new financial pressure following cuts to US-supported health programmes. The country is estimated to be facing a $78.2 million shortfall in health funding, with concerns that the funding gap could affect vaccination outreach, transportation and other essential health services. Ghana has made significant progress in childhood vaccination and was […]

Uganda Receives Experimental Ebola Antibody Treatment as Africa Strengthens Preparedness 0

Health
05:15 PM, Aug 27

Uganda has received an experimental Ebola antibody treatment from the United States as health authorities continue strengthening preparedness against the disease. The treatment, known as MBP134, was handed over to Uganda’s Ministry of Health as part of efforts to improve the country’s capacity to respond to Ebola threats. Important update: Uganda’s 2026 Ebola outbreak was […]

DR Congo Ebola Outbreak Worsens as Cases Rise Above 5,600

Ebola Outbreak in DR Congo Becomes Africa’s Major Health Concern 0

Breaking, Health
04:42 AM, Aug 27

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo continues to worsen, with health authorities facing serious challenges in containing transmission. The outbreak involves the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola, a relatively rare strain for which there is currently no specifically approved vaccine or treatment. According to the World Health Organization, the outbreak is occurring in […]

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