September 19
Africa: Women in Low-Income Countries Bear the Brunt of Ovarian Cancer
"But conversely, when it comes to healthcare dollars spent per capita on ovarian cancer, middle- to lower-income countries spend significantly more." Read more »
Africa: Communities at the Center - Leading the Fight to End HIV
The choice is clear, and the time to act is now: Trust, empower, and follow the lead of the communities we serve. Read more »
September 16
Africa: U.S. Military Strategy in Africa Remains 'Partnership-Centric' - Africom's General Langley
The head of the U.S-Africa Command (Africom) - a unit of the U.S. military responsible for operations on the continent - said the U.S. strategy on the continent will… Read more »
September 09
Africa: Is Wild Wheat The Unsung Hero in the Fight Against Global Warming?
Wild relatives of wheat, humanity's most widely grown crop, could provide a solution to adapting to the climate crisis. Read more »
September 06
Africa: Atlanta and Africa Forge New Creative Frontiers
Africa's creative sector finds a dynamic ally in Atlanta Read more »
Africa: Afcon 2025 Qualifiers This Weekend
Join Africa's star footballers for the qualifiers determining the 24 teams competing in the 35 th edition of Africa’s biggest sporting spectacle in Morocco from… Read more »
September 05
Africa: U.S. Initiative Aims to Fuel Job Growth in African Creative Industries
In recognition of the potential of Africa's creative industries, Prosper Africa strives to harness these sectors for job creation and sustainable development. Read more »
Africa: Mpox Outbreak Exposes Need for Robust Global Vaccine Distribution
A "unprecedented" spike in mpox cases has been reported in 15 countries since January 2024. Read more »
August 28
Africa: Why the New Public Health Order is Essential for Africa's 2025-2027 Health Goals
African Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has remained vigilant throughout the year, despite an ongoing mpox epidemic across the continent. In early August,… Read more »
August 21
Africa: Mpox Surge Grips Africa But Africa CDC's Vaccine Hopes Rise
"The African Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) is in talks with Bavarian Nordic to facilitate technology transfer for African manufacturers," said Dr. Jean… Read more »
August 19
Africa: Attacks on Health Are Becoming The New Reality; We Must Stop This Becoming The Norm
To mark World Humanitarian Day on 19 August, WHO Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus issues a call to stop the intensifying attacks on healthcare workers, hospitals and… Read more »
August 15
Africa: UN Report on Food Security Reminds Us to Stop Food Waste
According to the just released 2024 State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World, in 2023, an estimated 28.9 percent of the global population – 2.33 billion people… Read more »
August 13
Africa: Africa CDC Declares Mpox a Public Health Emergency
Africa's Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) declared Mpox a public health emergency today. Read more »
August 09
Africa: 60% of Mpox Cases in DR Congo are Children Under 15 - Africa CDC Calls It 'Major Alarm'
The Africa Center for Disease Control raised the alarm over the growing number of cases of the Mpox disease on the continent during an online briefing to give updates on the steps… Read more »
Africa: Widows' Rights in Africa - No Woman Should Lose Her Rights When She Loses Her Husband
Recently I had the privilege of attending the inaugural African Widows Summit. For the first time, gender ministers, First Ladies, and African Union leaders from 11… Read more »
Africa: Mpox Outbreak Demands Immediate Global Response and Resources
There is a serious concern about Mpox's continued outbreak, which has now spread to several African countries Read more »
August 07
Africa: 'Why Are We Taking a Pill Every Day to Prevent Taking Another Pill Every Day?' #Aids2024
More people living with HIV have access to life-saving treatment with antiretroviral therapy (ART). However, even if you take ART drugs regularly as prescribed, there are still… Read more »
Africa: From Vision to Reality - Transforming Health Care for Millions
In a remote African village, imagine a woman–Nora–is pregnant with her first child. The nearest health center is hours away, but between prenatal visits, a community… Read more »
Africa: African Triumphs and Near Misses at Paris 2024 Olympics
African athletes continue to carry the hope of bringing more medals to Africa. Read more »
July 31
Africa: Queering Africa's Women's Day: Voices of Courage and Change
Africa's Women's Day, celebrated annually on 31 July, marks the contributions of our foremothers who championed liberation and development across the continent. Read more »
Africa: Immunization Stalls, Millions of Women and Girls at Risk of HPV
The stalling of the world immunization coverage in 2023 has left an additional 2.7 million children un- or under-vaccinated compared to pre-pandemic levels… Read more »
Africa: Biden Administration Wants 'Modernization, Re-authorization' of U.S.-Africa Trade
The administration of U.S. President Joe Biden has expressed its continued commitment to the African Growth and Opportunity Act, the U.S. program for sub-Saharan nations to access… Read more »
Africa: African HIV Networks Seek Stronger Commitment to Ending Epidemic
African networks representing people living with HIV and AIDS (PLWHAs) convened in Munich, Germany, to demand increased funding for HIV programs as the global fight against the… Read more »
July 30
Africa: The Basket of HIV Prevention Options Needs to Be Filled
We stand at a thrilling precipice in the fight against HIV/AIDS. For the first time in history, the end of this devastating epidemic is within our grasp. This isn't just hopeful… Read more »
July 27
Africa: Sustaining Africa's Future Through Conservation
In Africa, majority of the population relies on natural resources for their livelihoods. This makes it crucial to reflect on the intricate relationship between the health of our… Read more »