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Burundi investigates illness that has caused five deaths

Burundi investigates illness that has caused five deaths

Bujumbura—The health authorities in Burundi, with support from the…
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colera

Angola and UN agencies strengthen health logistics to boost cholera response

The Government of Angola, in partnership with the World Food …
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Niger takes a decisive step forward against polio

Niger takes a decisive step forward against polio

Niamey—In a small camp set up on the outskirts of Gueskérrou, a…
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Dr Sofonias Asrat

Ghana Launches Maternal Mental Health Policy to Address Critical Care Gap

Ghana has taken a significant step to address a long-standing gap in…
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Niger takes a decisive step forward against polio

Niger takes a decisive step forward against polio

Niamey—In a small camp set up on the outskirts of Gueskérrou, a…
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World Health Day

Angola marks World Health Day with a focus on science, equity and innovation

On World Health Day 2026, Angola hosted a national roundtable aimed…
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Dr Fiona Braka

WHO Donates Over $1 Million in Medical Supplies to Strengthen Laboratory Systems in Ghana

The World Health Organization has donated medical supplies and…
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polio

The vaccination party to protect the future

By: Olívio Gambo, WHO Angola communication officer.In the last few…
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WHO Appoints Dr Ndoungou Salla Ba as Head of WHO Liaison Office, Zanzibar

WHO Appoints Dr Ndoungou Salla Ba as Head of WHO Liaison Office, Zanzibar

Zanzibar — The World Health Organization (WHO) Tanzania welcomes the…
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Together for health. Santing with Science

Standing with science: how Mozambique contributes for global health

Maputo, April 7th, 2026 — On this World Health Day, celebrated under…
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