In a groundbreaking development, Uganda’s Ministry of Health, along with the World Health Organization (WHO) and various partners, has initiated the first-ever clinical efficacy trial for a vaccine targeting the Sudan species of the Ebola virus. This unprecedented trial is being conducted at an astonishing speed within an emergency context. “This is the first trial
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Burundi, and Uganda find themselves grappling with a mounting crisis as the dreadful shadow of the mpox outbreak looms large over their territories. The World Health Organization (WHO) has sounded the alarm bells, revealing that more than 21,000 confirmed cases have surfaced across Africa in the past year
In the pulsating realm of African public health, a riveting showdown is on the horizon as five exceptional individuals brace themselves to steer the course of healthcare across the continent. These distinguished candidates are not just contenders; they are torchbearers of change, each carrying a unique blend of expertise and foresight. Their quest? To claim
Interswitch Group, a prominent player in Africa’s payments and digital commerce landscape, recently showcased its dedication to advancing healthcare innovation by sponsoring the 2025 Healthcare Federation of Nigeria (HFN) Annual Conference. The event, under the theme “Expanding Access to Quality Healthcare: Transforming Nigeria through Innovation, Partnership, and Sustainability,” convened on February 27th and 28th at
On a bustling World Malaria Day, the scene outside a clinic in Mali painted a hopeful picture of progress. A line of mothers and infants snaked its way towards the vaccination room, where a new weapon against the deadly parasite was being deployed. This marked a significant milestone as Mali joined the ranks of African
Kenya recently made a groundbreaking leap in its healthcare sector by introducing a kidney transplant service. This announcement marks a significant milestone in the country’s medical landscape, offering hope and new possibilities to patients suffering from renal failure. The journey towards establishing a kidney transplant program is often long and arduous, requiring meticulous planning, infrastructure
Amidst the global race for vaccines, Africa is gearing up for a groundbreaking milestone that doesn’t involve sending anything into space but promises to uplift millions on the ground – eight home-grown vaccines in the pipeline set to launch within four years. The continent may witness the dawn of its first wave of fully “Made-in-Africa
Professor Mohamed Yakub Janabi of Tanzania has been nominated as the next Regional Director of the World Health Organization (WHO) African Region. With a vision that encompasses more than just medical care, Professor Janabi is gearing up to reshape and revitalize healthcare across the continent. In a recent Special Session of the WHO Regional Committee
From the trenches of Ebola to navigating Nigeria through the tumultuous waves of COVID-19, Dr. Chikwe Ihekweazu has emerged as a beacon of expertise and resilience in the realm of public health emergencies. His recent appointment as Executive Director of the World Health Organization’s (WHO) Health Emergencies Programme marks a pivotal moment not just for
In a groundbreaking move to fortify global health initiatives, nations worldwide have united to provide the World Health Organization (WHO) with its most substantial financial boost in decades. This landmark decision at the Seventy-eighth World Health Assembly aims to enhance the financial stability and effectiveness of WHO, paving the way for significant reforms. “This decision