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These assessments show that Malawi has made steady progress

Malawi strengthens alignment under the health data collaborative

Malawi is among the pathfinder countries under the Health Data Collaborative (HDC) and the SDG 3 Global Action Plan—global efforts that bring together governments, international

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WHO and African Medicines Agency launch landmark framework to strengthen access to quality-assured health products in Africa

WHO and African Medicines Agency launch landmark framework to strengthen access to quality-assured health products in Africa

The World Health Organization (WHO) and the African Medicines Agency (AMA) have signed a Framework Agreement for Collaboration, marking a major milestone in efforts to strengthen regulatory systems and improve access to safe, effective and quality-assured health products across Africa.
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Ebola outbreak

Member States advance regional coordination on Bundibugyo Ebola response

Brazzaville – As countries across the African region intensify preparedness and response measures against the ongoing outbreak of Ebola Virus Disease caused by the Bundibugyo vi

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To support preparations for the survey, Dr Fahmy Hanna from WHO Headquarters, Mental Health Department was in the country from 11 to 15 May 2026.

WHO Supports Zambia to Strengthen Access to Mental Health Medicines and Services

Lusaka, Zambia – The World Health Organization (WHO) in Zambia with assistance from WHO headquarters, and the Regional Office for Africa (AFRO) is supporting preparations for a

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WHO Zambia is providing guidance for early detection, rapid response, effective coordination, and equitable access to services during future pandemics

Strengthening Zambia’s Readiness for Health Emergencies: From Surveillance to Pandemic Preparedness

Lusaka, Zambia – As countries in the region respond to ongoing Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) outbreaks in neighboring Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda, Z

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Amina displaying the childs vaccination card

A promise written in footsteps

Katsina – Before the sun rises over Bangel Gabas settlement in Katsina State, Amina Abubakar begins her day.

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WHO ramps up support to the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s Ebola outbreak response

WHO ramps up support to the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s Ebola outbreak response

The World Health Organization (WHO) is intensifying efforts and supporting the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s government to rapidly establish and scale up critical measures to control and halt the outbreak of Ebola in the country’s north-eastern Ituri Province
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Labour Care Guide

A safer start to life: How Tanzania is transforming childbirth care

Kagera — In a busy maternity ward at Kabyaile Health Centre in Misenyi District, Kagera Region, Happiness Kokuhumbya Tibaijuka, a midwife with 12 years of exper

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