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Digital Learning Platform (DLP) to enhance preparedness and response to health emergencies.

Namibia embrace Digital Learning Platform (DLP) to enhance preparedness and response to Public Health Events

In September 2022, Namibia joined other Member States in the WHO…
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Government of Japan Commits Over 1.8 Million USD for Health, Nutrition, and Rehabilitation Activities in Northern Ethiopia

Government of Japan Commits Over 1.8 Million USD for Health, Nutrition, and Rehabilitation Activities in Northern Ethiopia

Addis Ababa, January 22nd, 2024 – The Government of Japan, through…
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MOHSS and WHO staff at the IPC workshop

Namibia’s infection prevention and control strategies regarded as good practice for health emergencies

The COVID-19 pandemic has underscored the critical importance of…
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Ethiopia's Anti-Microbial Resistance (AMR) Fight: Uniting Forces for Health Security Since 2017!

Ethiopia's Anti-Microbial Resistance (AMR) Fight: Uniting Forces for Health Security Since 2017!

Ethiopia is stepping up its efforts to tackle the growing threat of…
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WHO team setting up a CTC

Collaborative Effort Combats Cholera Outbreak in Shamva

Bindura – With Shamva experiencing an increase in cholera cases, the…
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Participants of the Workshop on Filovirus in Uganda

Africa Builds Research Readiness for Future Filovirus Outbreaks

Over two hundred Scientists and Research and Development (R&D)…
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A journey of resilience in Ethiopia’s Health Landscape

A journey of resilience in Ethiopia’s health landscape

In the remote reaches of Simada district, North-West Ethiopia, amidst…
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Child receiving polio vaccine

Zimbabwe launches Nationwide Polio Vaccination Campaign

Harare – The Ministry of Health and Child Care (MOHCC), in…
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Fostering community readiness to respond to public health emergencies in Ghana

Fostering community readiness to respond to public health emergencies in Ghana

Accra, Ghana - The COVID-19 pandemic underscored the importance of…
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Ethiopia Launches Pandemic Fund Mega Project Against Potential Pandemics

Ethiopia launches the Pandemic Fund mega project against potential pandemics

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.  In a remarkable move towards…
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