Data from the Botswana STEP Survey of 2014 reveals a concerning reality: 50.7% of adult females in Botswana have never been screened for cervical cancer. This staggering statistic highlights a pressing public health chal…
Read moreBotswana has been losing 400 people on average annually due to road crashes. However, the trend has been going down since the enhancement and improved implementation of the safe systems approach in the last 3 years…
Read moreThe Government of Botswana conducted a Climate Change Health Vulnerability and Adaptation Assessment in selected districts to identify high-risk areas and vulnerable populations affected by climate change. The objective …
Read moreBotswana has made remarkable strides in leprosy elimination, with zero new child cases reported for consecutive years. However, continued efforts are essential to maintain this success and address sporadic cases. The Wor…
Read moreBotswana has ramped up its commitment to malaria elimination, convening a critical workshop in Palapye from December 16–20, 2024, to finalize the National Malaria Strategic Plan (NMSP) for 2025–2029. Supported by WHO Bot…
Read moreGaborone ‒ To improve road safety and reduce the risk of road traffic injuries and deaths, Botswana is implementing a range of measures from widespread public education programmes to enforcing stricter traffic laws that …
Read moreBotswana joined the global community in commemorating World AIDS Day on December 1, 2024, in Tlokweng village, with His Honour the Vice President Ndaba Gaolathe lauding the country’s achievements in surpassing the UNAIDS…
Read moreIn honor of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence-GBV, the WHO Botswana Country Office hosted a campaign featuring a video screening and discussion on GBV. A survivor shared a powerful story, highlighting…
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