Congo declares end of two‑year Mpox outbreak that killed over 2,000
The Democratic Republic of the Congo has officially declared the end of a devastating two‑year mpox epidemic that overwhelmed communities, ...
Tag: Public Health
Nigeria Lassa Fever Cases Fall but Death Rate Rises in 2026 Outbreak
Nigeria is beginning to see a slowdown in new Lassa fever infections, but a worrying increase in the disease’s fatality ...
Malawi declares polio outbreak, raising fears of renewed resurgence
The Malawian government has declared a polio outbreak, raising concerns about a renewed resurgence of the disease just three years ...
41 young men die from circumcision procedures in South Africa
At least 41 young men have died following circumcision procedures carried out during traditional initiation ceremonies in South Africa over ...
British company breeding genetically engineered mosquitoes in Africa
A British company breeding mosquitoes whose offspring cannot spread malaria is set to start releasing the insects into Djibouti city ...
Nigeria partners US-based drone company for improved healthcare delivery
In a bid to improve healthcare delivery, the Nigerian government has partnered with US-based drone technology company Zipline to enhance ...
Gauteng’s struggle: Why are babies still being born with HIV?
Pregnant women in South Africa have access to HIV testing and antiretroviral therapy at health facilities. However, health officials in ...
Nigeria makes history with rollout of new 5-in-1 meningitis vaccine
Nigeria has taken a historic step in the fight against meningitis, becoming the first country in the world to introduce ...
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