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Ghana introduces 2 new vaccines; 2nd African Vaccination Week launched

The Vice President holding the report launched during WMD 2012. Hon Minister at extreme left and WR at extreme right

Commemoration of the World Malaria Day in Dar-Es-Salaam at the Karimjee Ground 25th April 2012

His Excellency the Vice President of the United Republic of Tanzania – Dr Mohammed Ghalib Bilal officiated the World Malaria Day 25 April 2012 Commemorations in Dar-Es-Salaam.

Hon Deputy Min of Health Mr Borbor Sawyerr

Sierra Leone Commemorates World Malaria Day 2012

Sierra Leone joined the rest of the world in commemorating World Malaria Day today 25 April 2012 on the theme “Sustain Gains, Save Lives: Invest in malaria”.

Dr Chan met His Excellency, President of the Republic of Namibia, Dr Hifikepunye Pohamba. The President thanked Dr Chan for WHO’s support to Namibia

WHO Director General Dr Margaret Chan makes first visit to Namibia

WHO Director General Dr Margaret Chan touched down on 23 April 2012 for a four-day visit to Namibia.

Dr. Donald Mmbando, Ag. Chief Medical Officer delivering Hon. Minister’s speech during launching of the Immunization week on 23rd April 2012

World Immunization Week launched on 23rd april 2012 in Tanzania with a call to ensure children are vaccinated: Chanjo ni haki ya kila mtoto

On 23rd April 2012 Tanzania joined other countries in the world in the implementation of the Immunization Week.

WHO calls for “final push” towards accelerated malaria control and eventual elimination in Africa

WHO calls for “final push” towards accelerated malaria control and eventual elimination in Africa

Brazzaville, 25 April 2012 -- African countries and communities should intensify collaborative work with their various partners for the “final push” towards universal access by

New plan to control and eliminate measles and rubella

24 April 2012 -- A new global strategy aims to reduce measles deaths and congenital rubella syndrome to zero.

Dr Sambo Calls for Renewed Actions for Health Systems to Address Inequities