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Sierra Leone’s National Codex Committee (NCC) enhanced its capacity to engage in national, regional, and international Codex activities, contributing to stronger food safety governance and public health protection. This achievement was made possible through the collaborative efforts of the NCC, with technical support from the World Health Organization (WHO) and funding from the Codex Trust Fund Secretariat.

To strengthen collaboration and funding for health, the Angolan government and its partners renewed their commitment today in Luanda, on the sidelines of the Universal Health Coverage Day celebration, to accelerate the repositioning of primary health care and community health to guarantee quality health. 

Dodoma : In light of a recent Marburg Virus Disease (MVD) outbreak in neighbouring Rwanda, Tanzania has ramped up its efforts to prepare for potential outbreaks of the deadly virus. To evaluate and improve the country's preparedness, the  World Health Organization (WHO) in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and other partners, organized a tabletop simulation exercise to test the National Multi-Hazard Emergency Response Plan and the National MVD Contingency Plan.

Brazzaville - On Universal Health Coverage Day, a new report by the World Health Organization (WHO) Regional office for Africa finds that most African countries continue to rely heavily on out-of-pocket payments[1] (or out-of-pocket health spending) to fund their health services, and urges count

Kampala – The Government of Uganda, through the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) and Ministry of Health, with support from the World Health Organization (WHO) and the broader community of health partners and stakeholders, has today launched the country’s second National Action Plan for Health Security (NAPHS II): 2024–2029.

In honor of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence-GBV, the WHO Botswana Country Office hosted a campaign featuring a video screening and discussion on GBV. A survivor shared a powerful story, highlighting key takeaways and exploring how WHO can contribute to ending GBV. Additionally, a pledge wall was set up for staff to write and share their commitments to addressing this issue.

The World Health Organization (WHO) has been awarded a Certificate of Merit by the Ethiopian Pharmaceutical Association (EPA) in recognition of its outstanding contributions to the pharmaceutical sector. The award was presented during EPA's celebration of its 50-year journey.

Adama, Ethiopia – A two-day workshop on advancing disability-inclusive health services in Ethiopia concluded successfully in Adama City, marking a significant step toward promoting health equity for persons with disabilities. 

Organized by the World Health Organization (WHO) in collaboration with the Ethiopian Ministry of Health (MOH) and Humanity and Inclusion (HI), the event brought together stakeholders from across the health and social affairs sectors.

In 2023, Ghana faced a major disaster when the spillage of excess water from the Akosombo Dam led to devastating floods in the Eastern, Volta, and Greater Accra Regions. The increased water flow in the Volta River inundated low-lying areas along its course, severely impacting communities such as Mepe, Battor, Sogakope, Mafi, Adidome, and Ada. Entire neighborhoods were submerged, forcing thousands to flee their homes and leaving a trail of destruction to lives, livelihoods, and infrastructure.

Juba, 10 December 2024 – Vaccinations have begun in response to a cholera outbreak in South Sudan.  Since 28 October 2024, a total of 2555 cases and 32 deaths have been reported, about 37% of them children. Some 150 000 people in Renk County are set to receive the life-saving vaccinations, procured and delivered with UN support. Over a million more vaccine doses are on the way to reach people across the country, including in the capital, Juba.