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South Africa launches national drive to eliminate schistosomiasis and intestinal worm infections in children

Durban – In a major milestone for child health, South Africa has…
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Des vies sauvées : l’impact d’un service d’ambulance auprès des réfugiés maliens

Ambulance service delivers lifesaving care to Malian refugees in Mauritania

Mberra – In the remote southeastern corner of Mauritania, more than…
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Staff of WHO and National Department of Health during campaign for Breastfeeding.

Prioritize breastfeeding and create sustainable support systems: World Breastfeeding Week represents a critical moment to champion breastfeeding as fundamental to children's survival, growth and healthy development

By Shenaaz El-Halabi, World Health Organization Representative South…
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Ethiopia Takes Bold Strides on Health Taxes to Drive Universal Health Coverage

Ethiopia Takes Bold Strides on Health Taxes to Drive Universal Health Coverage

WHO applauds Parliament and Ministry of Health for championing…
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Member States and Stakeholders at the HWF Meeting in Johannesburg

WHO leads week of action to strengthen health workforce investment across Africa

Johannesburg – The World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Office…
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Strengthening Health Through Partnership: WHO Angola at UPRA’s International Medical Congress

Strengthening Health Through Partnership: WHO Angola at UPRA’s International Medical Congress

BENGUELA, 3 July 2025 — The World Health Organization (WHO) in Angola…
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Rehabilitation and Assistive Technology services

Strengthening Rehabilitation and Assistive Technology services in Namibia: A Strategic Step Forward

From 21 to 23 May 2025, the Ministry of Health and Social Services (…
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WHO Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus with health ministers from Member States that co-sponsored the resolution establishing 17 November as World Cervical Cancer Elimination Day at the 78th World Health Assembly.

World Health Assembly endorses 17 November as World Cervical Cancer Elimination Day: South Africa and Nigeria lead Member States in advancing a dedicated Global Day of Action

Pretoria, South Africa/ Geneva, Switzerland Member States at the 78th…
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Dr. Simangele Mthethwa, Vaccine-Preventable Disease Surveillance Officer at WHO South Africa, inspecting or preparing a vaccine cold box—a vital part of maintaining the cold chain required for storing and transporting vaccines at the correct temperature.

Africa Vaccination Week 2025: Message from Ms Shenaaz El-Halabi, WHO South Africa Representative

Pretoria – On the occasion of Africa Vaccination Week 2025, we join…
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WHO and UNICEF warn parents against unethical baby milk advertising in South Africa

 29 April 2025 - The World Health Organization (WHO) and…
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