August 09, 2024
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, 2024
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, 2024
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, 2024
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, 2024
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 »
July 26, 2024
Africa: 'We Have to Build Solidarity Across Movements' - Clark on Ending HIV Pandemic #Aids2024
Diplomacy and foreign policy prescribe health as a critical component that impacts economic prosperity, global development, and security. Policy decisions in these areas directly… Read more »
Africa: America Can't Be First If Africa Is Always Put Last
With Africa hardly top of mind in Washington right now, it is easy to overlook the vital discussions taking place this week between the Biden-Harris administration's foreign… Read more »
July 25, 2024
Africa: Spotlight on Trade Act Renewal at the 2024 AGOA Forum in DC
The trade legislation known as AGOA is the focus of discussions this week in Washington, DC between senior U.S. officials and Africa trade ministers, along with key regional… Read more »
July 24, 2024
Africa: New Lab Test for HIV Strains Found in Africa Smooths Road to Cure
A cure for HIV is critically important for Africa due to the continent's heavy burden from the disease. Africa bears a disproportionately high HIV prevalence, with around 8 million… Read more »
July 25, 2024
Africa: 'Covid is Not Going Away Anytime Soon'
"Covid is with us; it is not going away anytime soon". That was a stark reminder from the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases in the United States through its spokesperson… Read more »
Africa: Can We Conquer HIV? Düsseldorf Patient's Story Inspires Hope
The world eagerly awaits the day when we can announce a cure for HIV. Reports now indicate that this day may be near. Several individuals have been cured of HIV around the world,… Read more »
July 23, 2024
Africa: '2030 Target Within Reach But Leaders Must Act Now' #Aids2024
Since its discovery, HIV has become a global health crisis. Read more »
July 22, 2024
Africa: Traditional Masculinity Ideology Putting Men's Health at Risk Over HIV Tests, Treatment
Men are far more likely to die from an HIV-related illness than women, even though women are becoming infected with HIV at a much faster rate. Read more »
Africa: Why People with Disabilities Face an Uphill Battle with HIV
Double the stigma, double the challenge Read more »
Africa: Why HIV Risks Are Rising in Older Adults
More and more older people are living with HIV and AIDS. Read more »
July 19, 2024
Africa: Global Microsoft Outages Affecting African Users
Several news agencies are reporting a worldwide Microsoft outage today, and now African users are being affected. Read more »
July 18, 2024
Africa: Decade of Democracy Data in Africa Revealed in Afrobarometer Report
Despite its shortcomings, more Africans prefer democracy to any other form of government, according to the new report by the pan-African research organization… Read more »
July 12, 2024
Africa: 3 Firm Commitments the AU Needs for Girls' Education
This is the African Union’s Year of Education , but for girls, we have yet to see bold action. Now is the time. Read more »
July 11, 2024
Africa: Education, Health and Infrastructure Facing Demographic Challenges
On the occasion of World Population Day celebrated this Thursday, July 11, 2024, Dr. Cheikh M. Faye, Regional Director of the West Africa Office of the African Population and… Read more »
July 02, 2024
Africa: Lifetime Achievement Awards for Trailblazing Couple in African Journalism – Tami Hultman and Reed Kramer
Two co-founders of AllAfrica Global Media - Dr. Tami Hultman and Reed Kramer - were honored with Lifetime Achievement Awards during the 2024 African Media Leaders Summit in… Read more »