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The AVoHC Surge training is underway in Lilongwe

Malawi Strengthens Emergency Preparedness with Launch of Second AVoHC–SURGE Cohort

Lilongwe-Malawi has launched the second cohort of emergency responder…
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Burundi investigates illness that has caused five deaths

Burundi investigates illness that has caused five deaths

Bujumbura—The health authorities in Burundi, with support from the…
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Catherine Kemuto from Gatwekera in Kibera sub-county, Nairobi County

How Kenya's Health System is Responding to Devastating Floods

Catherine Kemuto had no warning when the floodwaters came. The 32-…
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Dr Fiona Braka

WHO Donates Over $1 Million in Medical Supplies to Strengthen Laboratory Systems in Ghana

The World Health Organization has donated medical supplies and…
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Dr Sally-Ann Ohene

Ghana identifies priority areas to strengthen cholera prevention and control

Ghana has taken a major step toward preventing and controlling…
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Dr Fiona Braka

Ghana Advances Health Security with development of 2nd generation National Action Plan for Health Security

Ghana has taken a major step forward in strengthening its health…
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Dr Sally-Ann Ohene

Strengthening Partner Coordination for Health Security

Ghana, like many countries in the WHO Africa Region, remains…
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WHO | Genna Print

Kenya launches 5-year health security plan to strengthen health emergency readiness

Nairobi- Kenya has launched its Second National Action Plan for…
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Rapid response, strong results: WHO reviews Marburg response in Ethiopia

Rapid response, strong results: WHO reviews Marburg response in Ethiopia

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia — March 2026 The World Health Organization…
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WHO supports Burundi to deliver lifesaving emergency health assistance

WHO supports Burundi to deliver lifesaving emergency health assistance

Busuma, Burundi—Burundi is facing a growing humanitarian emergency as…
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