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Central Equatoria State embarked on a comprehensive approach to preparedness by developing hazard-specific contingency plans at the county level

South Sudan’s Central Equatoria State strengthens disasters and emergency preparedness and response capabilities

In a world where emergencies and disasters can strike at any moment and anywhere, the importance of proactive preparation cannot be overstated.

Namibia reaches key milestone in eliminating mother-to-child transmission of HIV and hepatitis B

Namibia reaches key milestone in eliminating mother-to-child transmission of HIV and hepatitis B

Windhoek – Namibia has become the first country in Africa – and the first high-burden country in the world - to reac

First-Line Support for Gender-Based Violence Survivors: Success in Mekelle

First-Line Support for Gender-Based Violence Survivors: Success in Mekelle

African region’s first-ever health workforce investment charter launched

African region’s first-ever health workforce investment charter launched

Windhoek – The World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Office for Africa and partner organizations today launched t

Integration of Public Health Rapid Response Teams (RRTs) and Emergency Medical Teams (EMTs) for Effective Health Emergency Health Response

Integration of Public Health Rapid Response Teams (RRTs) and Emergency Medical Teams (EMTs) for Effective Health Emergency Response

In the face of global health emergencies, timely and effective response measures are critical for saving lives and mitigating the impact of crises.

H6 SRMNCAH Mission debrief with President Of the Rep. of Liberia, Mr. Joseph Boakai

H6 Joint Mission Concludes Visit to Liberia, Calls for Urgent Action to Reduce Maternal and Newborn Mortality

Preliminary meeting before the launching of the immunization campaign against meningitis

Meningitis epidemic: WHO Niger steps up response efforts.

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Expanding vaccination reach through integrated services

Expanding vaccination reach through integrated services in Eswatini

Mbabane – It was an enormous relief to mother Jabumkhaliphi Sifundza when her ten-year-old daughter, Nozweno, was vaccinated against human papillomavirus (HPV).