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Severe flooding in Kinshasa, DRC, caused by heavy rains has displaced over 5,000 people, resulted in at least 72 deaths and 170 injuries. Emergency shelters are being established while the …
Severe Flooding in Kinshasa: Over 70 Fatalities and Thousands Displaced Read More
On April 7, 2025, Sierra Leone commemorated World Health Day with WHO, highlighting efforts to reduce maternal and newborn mortality rates. The government has made substantial progress, including a 78% …
Sierra Leone Commemorates World Health Day 2025: A Commitment to Maternal and Newborn Health 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
Officials from Liberia’s MFDP and CBL were questioned by the Senate regarding budgetary gaps in the health sector. The hearing was prompted by a warning to County Health Officers about …
Senate Queries MFDP and CBL Over Health Sector Budgetary Issues 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
Egypt has allocated EGP 3 billion for state-funded medical treatment from March to June 2025. The initiative, focusing on eliminating waiting lists for critical cases, supports low-income and vulnerable citizens …
Egypt Allocates EGP 3 Billion for Medical Treatment Assistance Through 2025 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
M-KOPA and Turaco have jointly insured one million Kenyans with embedded Hospital Cash coverage, enhancing financial security through smartphones. This initiative aims to alleviate the burden of medical expenses, particularly …
M-KOPA and Turaco Transform Lives by Insuring 1 Million Kenyans Read More