May 29
Congo-Kinshasa: WHO Chief Arrives in Congo Amid Ebola Outbreak
The head of the World Health Organization vowed to "overcome this outbreak" as he traveled for the epicenter of Ebola infections in eastern Congo. Read more »
May 04
South Africa: It's Burning Down There: How Shame Is Keeping South Africa Girls From Looking After Their Sexual Health
Shame, silence and incomplete sex ed are stopping South African girls from getting treated for sexually transmitted infections — even as rates stay stubbornly high. Read more »
Africa: Suspected Hantavirus Outbreak on Cruise Ship Kills 3 - WHO
The virus usually spreads by contact with the urine or feces of infected rodents like rats and mice. It can cause a severe and sometimes deadly lung infection. Read more »
April 29
Ghana: Why Ghana Walked Away From a U.S. Health Deal
Talks between Ghana and the US over a bilateral healthcare deal have stalled, after Accra voiced concerns regarding sensitive data sharing. Several African countries have pushed… Read more »
April 01
Southern Africa: Undiagnosed TB Pose Challenge for South Africa, Mozambique
Africa is making progress in reducing tuberculosis (TB). But experts say missed cases and drug-resistant infections are complicating the fight, particularly in South Africa and… Read more »
March 06
Malawi: Malawi's Ban on Dual Practice Divides Health Sector
Malawi has introduced a ban on dual practice, blocking public health workers from holding private medical jobs. The government says the move tackles corruption, but doctors warn it… Read more »
February 23
Zambia: Zambians Pay Price Amid Copperbelt Mining Boom
As mining companies scour Zambia's Copperbelt for metals used in sustainable energy, locals are dealing with unchecked pollution and contamination. Read more »
October 17, 2025
Zimbabwe: 'Miracle' HIV Shot Rollout in Zimbabwe Sparks Debate
Zimbabwe is among 10 nations rolling out lenacapavir, a twice-yearly HIV prevention shot. Experts call it a breakthrough but locals question its cost, safety and accessibility. Read more »
September 17, 2025
Kenya: Fraud Scandal Robs Millions of Health Care, Pensions
Kenya's pension and health insurance systems were meant to bring people dignity in old age. But fraud, delays and broken promises have left retirees and patients paying with their… Read more »
September 04, 2025
Africa: How Illegal Financial Flows Stifle Africa's Growth
The African Union has warned the continent loses billions in illicit financial flows each year. Analysts say stopping tax evasion and corruption is just the first step to keeping… Read more »
July 15, 2025
Africa: More Than 14 Million Children Unvaccinated in 2024 - Report
The WHO and UNICEF have warned that widespread misinformation and severe international aid cuts are widening coverage gaps, putting millions of children at risk. Read more »
June 29, 2025
Africa: Nearly 20% of Cancer Drugs Defective in 4 African Nations
Across Africa, cancer medications have been found to be substandard or counterfeit. That means people are being given medicine that may not work, or that could even cause them… Read more »
