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Tanzania Sets Emergency Medical Team Initiative in Motion with National Induction Training

Tanzania Sets Emergency Medical Team Initiative in Motion with National Induction Training

Zanzibar — The United Republic of Tanzania has conducted a week-long induction training for Emergency Medical Teams (EMTs), marking a significant step in strengthening the count

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African Countries Step Up Action to Strengthen Tobacco Tax Administration and Regional Cooperation

Twelve African countries gathered in Abidjan on 23–24 March 2026 to accelerate implementation of the Protocol to Eliminate Illicit Trade in Tobacco Products, strengthening tax administration and cross-border cooperation. With 22 countries in the WHO African Region having ratified the Protocol, WHO AFRO and the Convention Secretariat reaffirmed their commitment to sustained technical assistance.
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Faster diagnosis, earlier treatment: Tanzania advances the fight against TB

Faster diagnosis, earlier treatment: Tanzania advances the fight against TB

In Kigoma Region, a quiet but important change is transforming the fight against tuberculosis (TB).

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African Countries Step Up Action to Strengthen Tobacco Tax Administration and Regional Cooperation

Twelve African countries gathered in Abidjan on 23–24 March 2026 to accelerate implementation of the Protocol to Eliminate Illicit Trade in Tobacco Products, strengthening tax administration and cross-border cooperation. With 22 countries in the WHO African Region having ratified the Protocol, WHO AFRO and the Convention Secretariat reaffirmed their commitment to sustained technical assistance.
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African Countries Step Up Action to Strengthen Tobacco Tax Administration and Regional Cooperation

Twelve African countries gathered in Abidjan on 23–24 March 2026 to accelerate implementation of the Protocol to Eliminate Illicit Trade in Tobacco Products, strengthening tax administration and cross-border cooperation. With 22 countries in the WHO African Region having ratified the Protocol, WHO AFRO and the Convention Secretariat reaffirmed their commitment to sustained technical assistance.
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African Countries Step Up Action to Strengthen Tobacco Tax Administration and Regional Cooperation

Twelve African countries gathered in Abidjan on 23–24 March 2026 to accelerate implementation of the Protocol to Eliminate Illicit Trade in Tobacco Products, strengthening tax administration and cross-border cooperation. With 22 countries in the WHO African Region having ratified the Protocol, WHO AFRO and the Convention Secretariat reaffirmed their commitment to sustained technical assistance.
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Joint mission reveals progress and priorities for health service delivery in Matabeleland South

Zimbabwe continues to take important steps towards strengthening its health system and ensuring that quality services reach all communities across the country.

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African Countries Step Up Action to Strengthen Tobacco Tax Administration and Regional Cooperation

Twelve African countries gathered in Abidjan on 23–24 March 2026 to accelerate implementation of the Protocol to Eliminate Illicit Trade in Tobacco Products, strengthening tax administration and cross-border cooperation. With 22 countries in the WHO African Region having ratified the Protocol, WHO AFRO and the Convention Secretariat reaffirmed their commitment to sustained technical assistance.
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