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Ethiopia launches 7th edition of the essential medicines list to strengthen Universal Health Coverage

Ethiopia launches 7th edition of the essential medicines list to strengthen Universal Health Coverage

The Ethiopian Food and Drug Authority (EFDA) and the Ministry of Health, in collaboration with the World Health Organization Ethiopia country office and other key partners, has

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Angola develops a strategic plan to eradicate Guinea worm disease

In a concerted effort led by the Ministry of Healt

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The launch of the National Multi-Hazard Emergencies Preparedness and Response Plan

Strengthening Health Emergency Response: Namibia’s Multi-Hazard Plan and PHEOC Handbook Launched

On 17 March 2025, the Ministry of Health and Social Services (MoHSS), with support from the World Health Organization (WHO), launched the National Multi-Hazard Emergencies Prepa

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Botswana commemorates SADC Healthy Lifestyles Day in Goodhope

On the 14th of March 2025, Botswana joined the rest of the region in commemorating SADC Healthy Lifestyles Day in Goodhope under the theme: “Risk fact

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Sarah Naluyima: Preaching the Ebola message in the community

Sarah Naluyima: Dedicated to changing community behaviour in response to the Ebola outbreak in Uganda

Sarah Naluyima is a dedicated community health worker at the forefront of Uganda’s Ebola outbreak response.

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Antimicrobial Resistance awareness raising for students and staff of at major allied health universities in Sierra Leone

Freetown, Sierra Leone – March 14, 2025 – In a bid to strengthen efforts against antimicrobial resistance (AMR) with support from The Fleming Fund Cou

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Providing mental health care in the wake of Marburg virus disease outbreak

Providing mental health care in the wake of Marburg virus disease outbreak

Kagera, Tanzania ‒ Domitina Kahira, a resident of Biharamulo District in Tanzania’s north-eastern Kagera Region, is treading a difficult path to recovery after

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WHO Country representative and WHO staff association President Dr Ozor, addressing staff during the celebration of 2025 IWD in Abuja

Celebrating International Women’s Day: WHO Nigeria honors women’s role in health and equality

Abuja, 13 March, 2025 - On 7 March 2025, the WHO Nigeria offices buzzed with energy as staff joined the global celebration of International Women’s Day (IWD).

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