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Kenya launches national cervical cancer elimination action plan 2026–2030

Nairobi—The Government of Kenya has launched the National Cervical…
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“A national milestone in women’s health”- as Ethiopia concludes Month-Long Cervical Cancer Campaign with Record-Breaking Results

“A national milestone in women’s health”- as Ethiopia concludes Month-Long Cervical Cancer Campaign with Record-Breaking Results

Over 275,000 women screened, target exceeded by 103%, and thousands…
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Effective Implementation of Tobacco Control Proclamations Requires Robust Enforcement and Strong Multisectoral Collaboration

Effective Implementation of Tobacco Control Proclamations Requires Robust Enforcement and Strong Multisectoral Collaboration

Ethiopia is accelerating the implementation of its Tobacco Control…
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The Public Health Emergency Operations Center (PHEOC)

Angola strengthens its preparedness for public health emergencies with the inauguration of the Public Health Emergency Operations Center (PHEOC)

In 2025, the public health system in Angola was put under severe…
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WHO Ethiopia Leads by Example in Transition to New Business Management System

WHO Ethiopia Leads by Example in Transition to New Business Management System

WHO Ethiopia successfully initiated its transition to the state-of-…
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UN Welcomes Japan’s US$10.5 Million Contribution to Humanitarian and Development Efforts in Ethiopia

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Liberia advances implementation of amended International Health Regulations

Liberia advances implementation of amended International Health Regulations

Monrovia—The Government of Liberia has taken a key step towards…
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WHO Tanzania AMR and Ministry of Health Zanzaibar teams during AMR surveillance and reporting

Zanzibar strengthens routine AMR surveillance and reporting

Zanzibar City—The Ministry of Health Zanzibar, with technical support…
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