Ghana: Ghana Passes Law to Allow Cultivation of Medicinal, Industrial Cannabis

Ghana's minister of interior can now issue permits for the cultivation of cannabis, but only for industrial purposes - the plants will have  Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)… Read more »

Africa: Africa Must Embrace New Tech in Agriculture to Overcome Climate Crisis

The agricultural sector should embrace new technologies to overcome climate change-related challenges, panellists including Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa and Mozambique's… Read more »

Africa: Renewing Our Commitment to Food Fortification, One of the Most Under-Invested Solutions in Global Health

Anemia. Neural tube defects. Weakened immune systems and blindness. Impaired brain function and reduced productivity. Morbidity and mortality. Read more »

South Africa: 'Revolutionary' South African Health Insurance Bill Passed in Parliament

Opposition parties raised concerns over the African National Congress's (ANC) approval of the National Health Insurance (NHI) Bill, citing potential corruption and public health… Read more »

South Africa: Suspended Public Protector Alleges Extortion and Corruption - South African News Briefs - June 14, 2023

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South Africa: Former Ruling Party Secretary-General Unfazed by Expulsion - South African News Briefs - June 13, 2023

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Africa: Pan-African and Feminist Initiative for Philanthropy Launched, Raising U.S>$1 Billion for Pan-African and Feminist Causes

TrustAfrica and Urgent Action Fund-Africa have officially launched the Pan-African and Feminist Initiative for Philanthropies, in partnership with the Coalition for the Dialogue… Read more »

South Africa: More Than 120 Allegedly Fake Doctors Arrested

Minister of Health Joe Phaahla confirmed that they have arrested 124 fake doctors following a crackdown by the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA), reports IOL. Read more »

South Africa: Late Soccer Legend Senzo Meyiwa Murder Trial Postponed - South African News Briefs - June 12, 2023

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South Africa: Cape Town Mother Gets 25 Years for Selling Naked Pics of Daughter - South African News Briefs - June 9, 2023

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South Africa: Report Reveals Poor Water Quality, Raises Health Concerns - South African News Briefs - June 7, 2023

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South Africa: Construction Mafia Allegedly Linked to Power Utility's Procurement Staff - South African News Briefs - June 6, 2023

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South Africa: Hammanskraal Water Quality 'Unsafe' Over High Bacteria Levels - Report

In a report, independent laboratory testing commissioned by WaterCAN, an initiative by the Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse, has found that water from three out of four taps examined… Read more »

South Africa: Health Watchdog Exposes State of Public Healthcare - South African News Briefs - June 1, 2023

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South Africa: Limpopo Province Records First Cholera Case - South African News Briefs - May 31, 2023

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South Africa: Gauteng Province Identifies 275 High-Risk Schools - South African News Briefs - May 30, 2023

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Benin: Meet the Woman Whose Study of Insects Helps Prevent Neglected Tropical Diseases

Africa is on the brink of achieving a major victory over deadly diseases that have plagued its population for generations. With increased access to medical care, improved… Read more »

South Africa: Testing Delays Impede Data Collection on Mumps Outbreak - South African News Briefs - May 29, 2023

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Africa: Promise of Health for All Hangs in the Balance – A Call to Action

Halfway to the target date for the realisation of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, the promise of health for all hangs in the balance, making it more important… Read more »

South Africa: Govt Calls for National Dialogue on Dysfunctional Coalitions - South African News Briefs - May 26, 2023

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South Africa: Country Faces Critical Shortage of Nurses, Healthcare Network Says - South African News Briefs - May 24, 2023

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Africa: UN Urges Swift Action on Plastic Pollution Ahead of Treaty Talks - Report

The widespread use of plastics, as well as their long-lasting nature and improper disposal, is one of the most pressing environmental problems of our time. Read more »

Africa: Better Use of Resources Key to Focusing on Care for Preterm and Newborn Babies

Every 2 seconds, a baby is born too soon. Every 40 seconds, one of those babies dies, according to a report released by United Nations agencies and partners titled Born Too Soon:… Read more »

Africa: The Global Health System Needs a Re-Think

The world is facing significant demographic changes. In addition, we are more at risk for new infectious outbreaks than ever before. Climate change threatens to make all these… Read more »

Africa: The Groundbreaking Solution to Stop More Women Dying of Postpartum Haemorrhage

Postpartum haemorrhage (PPH) affects about 14 million women each year and claims the lives of around 70 000 women annually - mostly in low and middle-income countries - the… Read more »