October 28
Sudan: Echoes From Darfur Sudan
MSF
One and a half years into the conflict in Sudan, refugees are still fleeing to eastern Chad in search for safety, where they arrive at camps in dire conditions. Access to clean… Read more »
South Africa: Shaggy Sheep, Ice Rats and the Future of Joburg's Water Supply
GroundUp
Crucial wetlands in the Lesotho Highlands are in trouble Read more »
Nigeria: Cholera Outbreak Exposes Gaps in Nigeria's Public Health Infrastructure - NCDC
Premium Times
As of 17 October, NCDC reported 14,237 suspected cases and 378 deaths across 35 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Read more »
Zimbabwe: Four Dead, Two Hospitalised After Drinking Aloe Vera Concoction in Mutare
263Chat
In a tragic incident on Friday, four people lost their lives while two others were hospitalized after consuming a homemade concoction prepared with aloe vera at Gonorenda Homestead… Read more »
Africa: WHO in Africa, WomenLift Health Sign Pivotal Agreement to Strengthen Women's Leadership in Health
WHO-AFRO
World Health Organization (WHO) in the African Region and WomenLift Health today crossed a major milestone, cementing a crucial partnership to bolster investments in women's… Read more »
Africa: Cancer Care in Africa - Translations of Key Words Convey Fear and Need to Change [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Language can give people the power to take an active part in their own healthcare, or it can create barriers. Read more »
Chad: Chad Introduces Malaria Vaccine in Triple-Vaccine Rollout for Children
WHO-AFRO
Chad today kicked off an ambitious triple vaccine rollout, including the R21 malaria vaccine, marking a significant step forward in its efforts to safeguard the health and… Read more »
Nigeria: 500,000 Kaduna Residents to Get Free Screening for Non-Communicable Diseases - Sani
Premium Times
Governor Sani added that the disturbing fact is that the likelihood of dying from these conditions between ages 30 and 70 stands at 17% - striking at the heart of the productive… Read more »
October 27
Rwanda: Exact Origin of Marburg Virus Identified, Says Minister Nsanzimana
New Times
The Minister of Health, Dr Sabin Nsanzimana, has said the Marburg virus that led to an outbreak on September 27 came from a cave where mining activities had been ongoing. Read more »
Africa: Polluters Must Pay - How COP29 Can Make This a Reality [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
The 29th Conference of the Parties (COP29) takes place in Azerbaijan in November 2024. The annual climate change conference must focus on holding corporations and countries… Read more »
Africa: Breast Cancer in Africa - Myths That Need to Be Debunked [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
There are many myths about breast cancer, particularly in Africa with its rich diversity of people, different genetic backgrounds and ancestral histories. Read more »
Nigeria: 10 Dramatic Suicides Linked to Hardship in Nigeria
Vanguard
Nigeria has witnessed a surge in suicide cases in recent times with several individuals taking their own lives or attempting to do so due to various reasons. Read more »
South Africa: Government and Industry's Efforts to Control Animal Disease Spread Must Be Lauded
SAnews.gov.za
The past three years have been challenging for South Africa's livestock and poultry industry because of the spread of animal diseases. Throughout this period, we have had various… Read more »
South Africa: Food Poisoning Incidents Not Related to School Nutrition Programme
SAnews.gov.za
The Department of Basic Education says it is concerned at the increasing reports of food poisoning involving children of school-going age. Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Defends Shif Amid Health Sector Transition Challenges
Capital FM
President William Ruto has defended the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) that has caused radical changes in the health sector saying the inadequacies being experienced are due… Read more »
Nigeria: Rivers Govt to Partner Rotary Club, Others On Polio
Leadership
The Rivers State government has said it would sustain its collaboration with the Rotary Club and other partners to end polio in Nigeria and across the globe. Read more »
Nigeria: 2.8m Nigerians Added to Health Insurance in One Year
Leadership
The Federal Ministry of Health under the minister of Health and Social Welfare has within the first year of the present administration added over 2.8 million people to the Health… Read more »
Nigeria: Bayelsa Disburses N13.8bn to Ng-Cares Beneficiaries
Leadership
Bayelsa State government said it has disbursed about N13.8 billion to 466,732 direct beneficiaries in the eight local government areas of the state for the rural and empowerment… Read more »
Nigeria: In Bukola Saraki's Home, Another Doctor Rises
This Day
In the Saraki family, greatness runs deep, and Teniola Saraki's recent achievement is no exception. She has officially become a doctor, which adds another chapter to the family's… Read more »
Nigeria: WACP to Release Key Recommendations, Actionable Steps to Strengthen Healthcare Systems in W/Africa
Vanguard
...as health experts from 13-chapter countries converge on Abuja from Monday Read more »
Nigeria: Seven Tips On Essential First Aid Supplies
Leadership
ADHESIVE BANDAGES Read more »
Nigeria: Matriarch of Igbinedion Family, Rosaline Agbonlahor, Dies At 95
Leadership
The Igbinedion family of Igbanke in Orhiomwon local government area of Edo State has announced the death of its matriarch, Mrs Rosaline Agbonlahor Igbinedion (nee Aisagbonhin). Read more »
Nigeria: Abia First Lady Raises Hope of Sickle Cell Patients
Leadership
Wife of Abia State governor, Mrs. Pricillia Otti, has given cash grants for medical expenses and health insurance of sickle cell patients in the state. Read more »
Nigeria: Air Chief Tasks Personnel On Physical, Mental Fitness
Leadership
Chief of the Air staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar, has tasked personnel on physical and mental fitness for operational efficiency, saying they were critical components of… Read more »
October 26
Nigeria: A Townhall Meeting Uncovers Health System Strengthening Opportunities in Ghari LGA, Kano State [blog]
Nigeria Health Watch
Shortage of essential supplies, understaffing issues, and insufficient bed capacity in the primary healthcare centre (PHC) in Ghari Local Government Area (LGA), Kano, were among… Read more »
