The Gambia — News
Protecting girls from cervical cancer in The Gambia
In The Gambia, bold and coordinated efforts are improving access to lifesaving vaccines for adolescent girls across the country.
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WHO and The Gambia Partner to Strengthen National Health Research Governance
The Government of The Gambia, through the Ministry of Health and the Directorate of Health Research, has made significant strides towards strengthening national health research systems with the successful validation of a…
Read moreBringing HIV care closer to people in The Gambia
Banjul—In The Gambia, a visit to the clinic for HIV services is no longer just one step in a long process: clients now experience bespoke, integrated delivery of care. At the heart of this shift is differentiated s…
Read moreTHE GAMBIA BRINGS MENTAL HEALTH CARE CLOSER TO COMMUNITIES THROUGH FRONT LINE TRAINING
Tendaba, The Gambia – May 2026 – For many people in The Gambia, seeking help for mental health conditions is not always easy. In rural areas especially, access to specialized services often means travelling long distance…
Read moreReinforcing Multisectoral Collaboration for Improved Cancer Prevention and Care in The Gambia
On 22 April 2026, the Ministry of Health (MoH) in collaboration with World Health Organization (WHO) in the Gambia convened Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and national stakeholders in Banjul to reinforce collaboratio…
Read moreImproving multisectoral collaboration for cancer prevention and care in The Gambia
Banjul—On 22 April 2026, the Ministry of Health (MoH) in collaboration with World Health Organization (WHO) in the Gambia convened Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and national stakeholders in Banjul to reinforce colla…
Read moreFrom Frontline Voices to National Impact: Strengthening Health Systems in The Gambia
Across various health facilities in the Central River Region (CRR), The Gambia, a quiet but impactful collaboration is unfolding: one that places frontline health workers at the heart of improving health outcomes nationw…
Read moreAfrican Countries Step Up Action to Strengthen Tobacco Tax Administration and Regional Cooperation
Twelve African countries gathered in Abidjan on 23–24 March 2026 to accelerate implementation of the Protocol to Eliminate Illicit Trade in Tobacco Products, strengthening tax administration and cross-border cooperation. With 22 countries in the WHO African Region having ratified the Protocol, WHO AFRO and the Convention Secretariat reaffirmed their commitment to sustained technical assistance.
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