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From data to decisions: strengthening health security in Africa

Across the African region, health threats are increasingly being detected early, bolstering measures to protect communities. To further reinforce health emergency preparedness, the World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Office for Africa today launched an integrated intelligence system to narrow the gap between decision-making lifesaving response even more.

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Southern Africa faces acute surge in cholera due to floods, displacement

Cholera cases in Southern Africa region have risen by over seven times in the first six weeks of 2026 compared with the same period the year before due to severe flooding triggered by cyclones, infrastructure damage and inadequate water and sanitation among displaced populations, an analysis by World Health Organization (WHO) shows.

Onchocerciasis: How to fight a parasite that threatens eyesight

Onchocerciasis, also known as river blindness, still affects millions of people living near rivers and wetlands in Africa. Fortunately, this disease can be prevented through a simple, free treatment that is distributed a…

Newly released 2025 scorecard unveils progress and setbacks on health and gender equality across Southern Africa

The Southern African Development Community (SADC) has launched its biennial scorecard, a critical tool that tracks progress on sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) across its 16 Member States. New data, including from demographic health surveys, shows great strides in improving the sexual and reproductive health of people across the region, while in other areas, concerted efforts are urgently needed.

WHO convenes global experts in Brazzaville to strengthen clinical care for filovirus diseases

As outbreaks of Filovirus Disease (FVD) continue to regularly affect countries across Africa and in efforts to increase preparedness capacities, the World Health Organization (WHO) with support from the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office has convened 50 clinicians, researchers and public health specialists globally and partners for a five-day Filovirus Disease Optimized Supportive Care Workshop to update and harmonize clinical management guidelines.

“Rising threats, regional solutions” podcast

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Cabo Verde introduces three new vaccines into routine immunization schedule

Praia—Under the theme “Vaccinating is protecting—together we build a healthier future for Cabo Verde”, the Ministry of Health launched the introduction of three new vaccines on 22 January 2026. The vaccines—against Rotav…