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Lilongwe – The Government of Malawi, through the Ministry of Health, officially launched the National Immunization Strategy (NIS) 2025–2030, a bold initiative designed to increase vaccine coverage, combat preventable diseases, and support the country’s commitment to Universal Health Coverage (UHC). The launch coincides with African Vaccination Week, celebrated from April 24 to 30 under the theme: “Immunization for All is Humanly Possible.”

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) and Malteser International, conducted a full-scale simulation exercise at the Namugongo Catholic Shrine to assess the country’s capacity to respond to mass casualty incidents during large public gatherings.

In a decisive effort to contain the spread of the cholera outbreak in Angola, the World Health Organization (WHO) and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) signed a Memorandum of Understanding in Luanda today marking the formal launch of a joint initiative to support the Government of Angola in the emergency response aimed at saving lives and halting the spread of cholera. 

Ana Rita’s life has improved since she began attending regular consultations at the local health unit in Assomada, on Santiago Island.
She is resuming a normal life after suffering a stroke during the COVID-19 pandemic and is significantly benefiting from the country’s efforts to improve elderly healthcare.

“I feel well received at this center, where we have our own room, and the attention and care we receive here have a great impact on our health,” says Ana Rita.

Geneva/Luanda, 20 May 2025 — Angola has pledged US$ 8 million to the World Health Organization’s (WHO) Global Investment Round, joining a growing number of countries that are backing a new model for financing global health. The announcement was made today by H.E. President João Lourenço during his address to the 78th World Health Assembly (WHA78) in Geneva, where he spoke both as President of Angola and as Chair of the African Union.

Antananarivo - Madagascar has successfully halted the transmission of variant poliovirus type 1, following recommendations from a rigorous, independent Outbreak Response Assessment (OBRA) to declare the outbreak closed. This achievement marks a major milestone in the country’s ongoing efforts towards polio eradication.

Pretoria, South Africa – 20 May 2025 – On the occasion of the 53rd National Day of the Republic of Cameroon, Dr Matshidiso Rebecca Moeti, WHO Regional Director for Africa (2015-2024) was awarded the title of Officer of the National Order of Valour, one of the highest distinctions bestowed by the Government of Cameroon.

Freetown, 17 May 2025 – Sierra Leone concluded its 2025 National Health Summit and Performance Awards, a three-day event convened under the theme “Improving Health Outcomes for All: Every Sierra Leonean Life Matters.” Hosted by the Ministry of Health in partnership with the World Health Organization (WHO) and other health development partners, the summit brought together leaders from across government, civil society, the health sector, and development agencies to discuss transformative strategies for health