"We have realized the importance of our presence in these moments," says psychologist Denise Lima, a first responder trained by @WHO to provide psychological first aid. She applied this training to support people affected by the recent floods in Sao Vincente, CaboVerde.
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How can Africa close critical immunity gaps and protect millions from preventable diseases?On 4 July 2025 in Lilongwe, Malawi, WHO AFRO and partners brought together health leaders from across Eastern and Southern Africa under the theme "Boost, Protect, Sustain." The event focused on three game-…
Across Chad's vast Sahel, nomadic families travel hundreds of kilometers with their herds. This mobility makes it harder for health workers to reach every child, but it's also where the fight against polio must be won. With support from WHO Regional Office for Africa (WHOAFRO) and partners,…
Go behind the scenes of the 75th Session of the WHO Regional Committee for Africa, held in Lusaka, Zambia, from 25—27 August 2025.
"We are living through a time of global transition. Trust in multilateral institutions is being tested. Some nations are stepping back. But Africa must step forward. Our voice must be clear, coordinated and courageous," says Dr Mohamed Janabi, WHO Regional Director for Africa, at the opening…
"I know I will give birth safely because I'll be in good hands," says Jessica Zue about services provided at a prenatal care home in Liberia.Jessica and thousands of other pregnant women are benefitting from the country's push to improve access to quality maternal and newborn services.Health…
The ICPPA provides a pivotal platform to explore collaborative opportunities to align the PEN-Plus initiative with other existing public health programmes in the region. Participants will include high-level policymakers, global and regional experts, donors, development partners, private sector…
This video is intended for policymakers and public health practitioners to raise awareness on the burden of cardiovascular diseases in Africa, WHO response actions, and the need for strong policies and committed leadership to build a healthier Africa.
This video is intended for policymakers and public health practitioners to raise awareness on the burden of diabetes in Africa, the main causes, WHO response actions, and to encourage a more people-centred and integrated approach
In this video message, Dr Matshidiso Moeti speaks on a landmark achievement: Niger has officially eliminated the transmission of onchocerciasis (river blindness), becoming the first country in the WHO African Region — and only the fifth globally — to do so.A powerful moment for public health in…
In celebration of World NTD Day 2025, Dr Elizabeth Juma reflects on the remarkable progress made in controlling and eliminating neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) across the African Region. While these successes deserve recognition, millions remain at risk.The burden persists, and the call to…