Africa’s routine vaccine systems deliver gains against cancer and malaria, but funding pressures loom
Namibia Reaffirms Commitment to End Malaria at World Malaria Day Commemoration
Ruacana, Omusati Region – Namibia used the commemoration of World Malaria Day 2026 to renew its commitment to ending malaria, with strong calls for urgent action, stronger community engagement, domestic investment, and regional collaboration to reverse the recent resurgence of malaria cases.
Cabo Verde contributes to WHO regional training package to strengthen district health management in Africa
WHO technical experts convened to advance a training package for health district management teams, with active contributions from Cabo Verde and a strong focus on primary health care, integrated service delivery and progress towards Universal Health Coverage.
Zambia launches STEPS Survey on Noncommunicable Diseases (NCDs)
Lusaka, Zambia 21 April 2026
Malawi Strengthens Emergency Preparedness with Launch of Second AVoHC–SURGE Cohort
Lilongwe-Malawi has launched the second cohort of emergency responder’s AVoHC Surge training in bid to strengthen its capacity to respond to public health emergencies with support from the Pandemic Fund, World Bank-HEPRR and World Health Organisation,
Trusting science to protect tomorrow’s health: An interview with Professor Francine Ntoumi (Congo)
Brazzaville - On World Health Day 2026, under the theme “Together for Health. Stand with Science,” the World Health Organization (WHO) highlights committed individuals who use science to improve people’s lives. In the African Region, these initiatives demonstrate the concrete impact of research.
From Frontline Voices to National Impact: Strengthening Health Systems in The Gambia
Across various health facilities in the Central River Region (CRR), The Gambia, a quiet but impactful collaboration is unfolding: one that places frontline health workers at the heart of improving health outcomes nationwide.
WHO Africa and African Union step up joint action on neglected tropical diseases
Science serving lives: Interview with Dr. Alice Guingané, public health researcher (Burkina Faso)
Ouagadougou - On World Health Day 2026, under the theme “Together for health. Stand with science,” the World Health Organization (WHO) highlights individuals using science to improve lives in the African Region.
Dr Alice Guingané, a hepato-gastroenterologist and lecturer-researcher at Joseph Ki-Zerbo University in Ouagadougou, is actively engaged in clinical research and disease surveillance. She emphasises that supporting science saves lives.