South Africa: Kraaifontein Vendor Murdered Over Unpaid 'Protection Fees' - South African News Briefs - August 27, 2024

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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 »

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 »

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 »

Zimbabwe: 'I Was 13 When I Was Diagnosed With HIV'

"Receiving this news at such a young age was a life-challenging experience that has shaped my life since. This was a harsh reality which I had to start dealing with from a young… Read more »

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: 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 »

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 »

South Africa: Suspected Water Contamination Leaves Fleurhof Taps Dry - South African News Briefs - August 05, 2024

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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: 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 »

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 »

Zimbabwe: Despite Hostility, LGBTQI+ Activists in Zimbabwe Push for Equality

Facing a tide of discrimination and violence, Zimbabwe's LGBTQI+ community is fighting for their right to exist. Read more »

Cote d'Ivoire: Africa's Path to a Malaria-Free Future Begins in Côte d'Ivoire

The introduction of the R21 vaccine marks a significant milestone in the fight against malaria. Read more »

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: 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 »

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 »

Uganda: Ugandan Transgender Advocate Demands Inclusion in HIV Response - 'Stop Leaving Us Behind' #Aids2024

"I want all human beings to be safe, to be treated with dignity, and to have equal rights," said Jay Mulucha, a trans man from Uganda and the Executive Director of FEM… Read more »

Africa: '2030 Target Within Reach But Leaders Must Act Now' #Aids2024

Since its discovery, HIV has become a global health crisis. Read more »

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 »

South Africa: Soccer Legend Stanley 'Screamer' Tshabalala Dies - South African News Briefs - July 12, 2024

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