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Angola’s cholera outbreak worsens, with over 8,500 cases and a death toll of 329. Reports indicate a continuous rise in infections, necessitating urgent public health responses and interventions. The cholera …
Cholera Outbreak Escalates in Angola: Over 8,500 Cases Reported Read More
Lassa fever has resulted in 118 deaths in Nigeria within the first three months of the year. Over 645 cases were reported, revealing an 18.3% fatality rate. Despite efforts to …
Lassa Fever Fatalities Rise to 118 in Nigeria Within Three Months Read More
UNICEF reported over 178,000 cholera cases in Eastern and Southern Africa from January 2024 to March 2025, with inadequate water and sanitation services as critical factors. The overwhelming number of …
UNICEF Reports Alarming Cholera Cases Amid WASH Challenges in Africa Read More
This article outlines critical aspects of South Africa’s water crisis, highlighting inefficiencies, lack of access for millions, health impacts, and the urgent need for improvement in water management, especially as …
10 Eye-Opening Facts About South Africa’s Water Crisis Read More
Angola’s cholera outbreak has resulted in 313 deaths and over 8,141 cases. The situation continues to worsen, with high daily case numbers since March. Vaccination efforts cover 86% of the …
Angola Experiences Severe Cholera Outbreak with Rising Death Toll Read More
Uganda has discharged its last Ebola patients with no new positive cases reported since the outbreak began on January 30, 2025. The World Health Organization praised Uganda’s effective response. Although …
Uganda Discharges Last Ebola Patients Amid No New Cases Reported Read More
Following the cholera outbreak in Angola beginning January 2025, the Angola Red Cross has mobilized efforts to ensure safe drinking water and hygiene awareness among affected populations. Over 478 volunteers …
Angola Red Cross and IFRC Collaborate to Combat Cholera Outbreak During World Water Day 2025 Read More
Botswana’s Ministry of Health has recorded 50 cases of hand, foot, and mouth disease, primarily affecting children under five in Gaborone and Francistown. The disease is mild and self-limiting, but …
Botswana Reports 50 Cases of Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease Outbreak Read More
Nigeria is experiencing a significant Lassa fever outbreak, with 100 deaths and over 500 confirmed cases recorded recently. The disease is transmitted from rodents to humans, primarily due to poor …
Explainer: Addressing Nigeria’s Ongoing Lassa Fever Outbreak and Safety Measures Read More
The cholera epidemic in Angola has surged to 7,284 cases as of March 17, 2025, prompting serious public health concerns. Recent reports indicate 165 new cases and 17 fatalities in …
Cholera Epidemic in Angola Escalates with 7,284 Cases and Urgent Call for Action Read More