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Aerial view of the Sota rural health facility in Ituri province, eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, where WHO is supporting the Ebola response.

A small clinic becomes the frontline: how Sota is learning to fight Ebola while still treating everyday illness

Sota, Democratic Republic of the Congo — Behind a small wooden window…
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The Republic of the Congo strengthens Ebola preparedness at points of entry

The Republic of the Congo strengthens Ebola preparedness at points of entry

Brazzaville—Dorothée Bendza, a health control officer, has been…
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Botswana steps up readiness for Bundibugyo Virus Disease

Following the ongoing outbreak of Bundibugyo Virus Disease (BVD) in…
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Botswana steps up readiness for Bundibugyo Virus Disease

Following the ongoing outbreak of Bundibugyo Virus Disease (BVD) in…
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AMR training in Huye - Rwanda

Kenya, Rwanda strengthen their defences against antimicrobial resistance

Kenya and Rwanda have reached an important milestone in the fight…
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Early nutrition screening reduces child deaths in Nigeria

Early nutrition screening reduces child deaths in Nigeria

Yola,  Aisha Ibrahim watched her 18-month-old son, Dauda, play…
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On the Road to 2030: Health experts renew commitments to transform care for severe noncommunicable diseases in Africa

On the road to 2030: Health experts renew commitments to transform care for severe noncommunicable diseases in Africa

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – Health experts, policymakers, civil society…
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Huíla Launches Innovative Project to Strengthen Prevention and Early Diagnosis of Breast and Cervical Cancer

At a time when late diagnosis continues to jeopardize the survival of…
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Africa has proven what vaccines can achieve; now it must ensure no one is left behind

For Every Generation, Vaccines Work

Brazzaville—Africa Vaccination Week 2026 concluded under the theme “…
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Health workforce planning through WISN in Botswana

Botswana strengthens health workforce planning through WISN technical mission

Botswana has taken an important step towards evidence-based health…
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Polio

Polio is a highly infectious viral disease that it invades the nervous system, and can cause total paralysis in a matter of hours.

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A Polio Survivor’s Call to Reach Zero-Dose Children in Edo

13 July 2026
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Ethiopia Intensifies Polio Prevention in Cross-Border and Refugee Communities

10 July 2026
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Nationwide Polio campaign reinforces child health protection in Botswana

23 June 2026
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Regional Initiative in Dakar targets critical data quality gaps to strengthen polio eradication efforts across Africa

22 June 2026