Africa Region Tobacco Control Champions Recognized through World No Tobacco Day Awards 2026

Five tobacco control champions from the WHO African Region have been…
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Quitting tobacco restores hope and renews life

Namibia: Quitting tobacco restores hope and renews life

Windhoek—At 13 years old, Andre Hansen thought smoking was simply…
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LAB

Sierra Leone strengthens laboratory systems to improve quality health services

"Behind every accurate diagnosis is a laboratory that patients may…
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Tanzania Strengthens Cross-Border Preparedness Against Ebola Through Regional Collaboration

Tanzania Strengthens Cross-Border Preparedness Against Ebola Through Regional Collaboration

Kagera — As part of its commitment to strengthening health security…
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WHO supports Botswana to strengthen Ebola preparedness and advance neglected tropical disease control

WHO supports Botswana to strengthen Ebola preparedness and advance neglected tropical disease control

The World Health Organization (WHO) continues to support the Ministry…
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Accelerating regional action to advance mental health care in Africa

Accelerating regional action to advance mental health care in Africa

Johannesburg — Mental health experts, policymakers, civil…
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IA Generation

The Knowledge Centre of the Secretariat of the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control is strengthening the skills of national experts in tobacco taxation.

Praia, Cabo Verde. With the aim of creating a learning platform to…
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Botswana advances multisectoral action to strengthen tobacco control

Botswana advances multisectoral action to strengthen tobacco control

Botswana is reinforcing its commitment to protecting public health…
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