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In the middle; WHO Botswana Technical Officer, Boingotlo Ramontshonyana next to PMH Superintendent Dr Machacha (right)

Promoting safety through clean hands: PMH marks World Hand Hygiene Day

Princess Marina Hospital (PMH) joined the global health community in commemorating World Hand Hygiene Day, underscoring the importance of hand hygiene

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WHO strengthens Sierra Leone’s mpox response

As Sierra Leone continues to report new cases of mpox, the Ministry of health and partners are strengthening Infection prevention and control (IPC) measures in a bid to protect

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Ghana Strengthens Immunization Capacity for a Nationwide Training for Health Managers

Ghana, with support from WHO, Gavi, and partners, is rolling out nationwide training for immunization managers to strengthen vaccine delivery systems, improve planning and data use, and build a more resilient and equitable immunization programme.

Launch of the Africa Vaccination Week in Lilongwe, Malawi

Malawi Launches National Immunization Strategy During African Vaccination Week

Lilongwe – The Government of Malawi, through the Ministry of Health, officially launched the National Immunization Strategy (NIS) 202

WHO Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus with health ministers from Member States that co-sponsored the resolution establishing 17 November as World Cervical Cancer Elimination Day at the 78th World Health Assembly.

World Health Assembly endorses 17 November as World Cervical Cancer Elimination Day: South Africa and Nigeria lead Member States in advancing a dedicated Global Day of Action

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WHO supports NADMO to Equip Frontline Responders to Improve Disaster Response

Public Health Emergencies are increasingly becoming complex and frequen

Uganda steps up: Pioneering mercury-free healthcare for a safer future

Uganda steps up: Pioneering mercury-free healthcare for a safer future

At a bustling outpatient clinic on the outskirts of Kampala, a nurse reaches for a thermometer—slim, silvery, and fragile.

Uganda tests mass casualty readiness ahead of the Martyrs' day pilgrimage

Uganda tests mass casualty readiness ahead of Martyrs' day pilgrimage

As Uganda prepares to host thousands of pilgrims for the annual Martyrs day pilgrimage on 3 June 2025, the Ministry of Health, with support from World Health Organization (WHO)