May 10
Liberia: In Rural Areas Giving Birth Means Risking Death
FrontPageAfrica
The physical challenges of pregnancy are difficult for women everywhere. But in rural Liberia pregnancy is dangerous. Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Can Be a Country Where No Woman Dies Giving Life
New Times
Rwanda's story of progress in maternal health is nothing short of remarkable. The country has managed, in terms of maternal mortality, to move from the red zone 'extremely high'… Read more »
Uganda: Critical Conversation With Health Minister to Reduce Burden of Malaria On Citizens of Uganda
Malaria Consortium
This week, Malaria Consortium's team in Uganda and Chief Executive, Dr James Tibenderana, engaged in key discussions with Uganda's Ministry of Health on partnership approaches to… Read more »
Kenya: International Nurses Day - a Tribute to the Pillars of Healthcare
Capital FM
May 10 - As we approach International Nurses Day, it is a time to reflect on the invaluable contributions of nurses to the healthcare system. This day, celebrated on May 12th,… Read more »
May 09
Africa: End the Negative Narrative, Africa is Thriving - AfDB Chief
allAfrica
The highly-anticipated AllAfrica Media Leaders' Summit (AMLS) is convening in Nairobi, Kenya, to address the urgent need for a thriving and independent media landscape across… Read more »
Sudan: MSF Forced to Suspend Support in Wad Madani
MSF
MSF has been forced to suspend work and withdraw staff from Madani Teaching Hospital, the only functional hospital for the hundreds of thousands of people in dire need of medical… Read more »
Kenya: Kenyan Doctors End 8-Week Strike After Deal With Government
VOA
Kenyan doctors will report to work starting Friday, after they agreed with the government on how they can be paid their salary arrears. Read more »
Uganda: Rising Cases of HIV In Children Cause For Concern
Nile Post
The Greater Masaka region has witnessed a troubling increase in the number of children born with HIV, with health officials reporting an estimated three to five paediatric cases… Read more »
Uganda: Unsafe Waters - Katosi Fishermen Decry Shortage of Condoms
Nile Post
Despite Uganda's well-regarded national fight against HIV, a dark undercurrent threatens the health of a fishing community in Mukono district. Here, HIV infection rates are rising… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria's Failure to Prioritise Youth Sexual Health Hampers HIV Prevention - UNAIDS
Premium Times
The UNAIDS official said in sub-Saharan Africa, young women are more than twice as likely to be infected with HIV than their male counterparts. Read more »
Kenya: Viral Image Does Not Show Kenya's Former Electoral Commission Chair Wafula Chebukati in Hospital
Africa Check
Viral image does not show Kenya's former electoral commission chair Wafula Chebukati in hospital Read more »
Africa: WHO Allays Fear Over Human-to-Human Transmission of H5n1bird Flu
Premium Times
In recent years, H5N1 has spread widely among wild birds, poultry, land and marine mammals and now among dairy cattle. Read more »
Africa: No Evidence to Support Claim That Mixture of Avocado Seed and Rubbing Alcohol Can Cure Joint Pain
Africa Check
No evidence to support claim that mixture of avocado seed and rubbing alcohol can cure joint pain Read more »
Nigeria: Hand Hygiene Day 2024 - Water Shortages in Nigerian Communities Could Undermine Wash Efforts [blog]
Nigeria Health Watch
Hadiza Mohammed and Onyinye Oranezi (Lead Writers) Read more »
Kenya: Raila Urges Govt to Keep Bargain After Deal With Medics
Capital FM
Azimio La Umoja One Kenya Leader Raila Odinga has urged the government to keep its side of the bargain following the signing of a return-to-work agreement with the Kenya Medical… Read more »
Nigeria: Our Children's Kidneys Removed Without Our Consent - Parents
Daily Trust
The fathers of two of the teenagers whose kidneys were removed by a hospital have testified that they did not give consent to the operation. Read more »
Uganda: Addressing Mental Health in Uganda - Breaking Stigma, Building Support
Nile Post
In Uganda, as in many parts of the world, mental health remains a topic shrouded in stigma and silence. Read more »
Nigeria: Bullying in Schools - Stakeholders List Ways Out of Malaise
Vanguard
Recently, the video of a bullying incident at Lead British International School, Abuja, went viral, which eventually drew the attention of the authorities and the shutting down of… Read more »
Uganda: Combating HIV Stigma - Uganda's Struggle for Awareness and Acceptance
Nile Post
In Uganda, despite significant progress in the fight against HIV/AIDS, stigma and discrimination continue to pose formidable barriers to prevention, treatment, and support. Read more »
May 08
Malawi: Leveraging Drones to Bridge Healthcare Gaps in Malawi
allAfrica
In healthcare, rapid and efficient distribution is crucial Read more »
Kenya: Doctors Call Off Nationwide Strike
Capital FM
Doctors across the nation on Wednesday ended their nationwide strike following the signing of a return-to-work agreement with the Ministry of Health and counties. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerians Turn to Unproven Asthma Treatments As Inhaler Costs Rise
VOA
In Nigeria, soaring inhaler costs pose a significant challenge for asthma patients, especially as the world marked Asthma Day this week. Read more »
Africa: World Health Organization Advises Updated Vaccine Composition to Tackle SARS-CoV-2 Evolution
Nile Post
In a recent update from the World Health Organization (WHO), it has been highlighted that SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19, continues to circulate and evolve, posing… Read more »
Kenya: City Hall Begins Construction of First Public Hospital in Mlango On Reclaimed Dump Site
Capital FM
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has launched the construction of the first public hospital in Mlango Kubwa within Mathare sub-county as part of ward-based programs. Read more »
Tanzania: State Demands Health Centres Construction Update Reports
Daily News
DEPUTY Minister of State in the President's Office (Regional Administration and Local Government), Dr Festo Dugange has directed District Executive Directors for Kilolo and Bukoba… Read more »