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  In a concerted effort led by the Ministry of Health and supported by the World Health Organisation (WHO), Angola has outlined a comprehensive strategy to eradicate Guinea worm disease (GWD). This initiative, which involves public and private institutions, national and international organizations, and civil society, aims to protect the Angolan population from this debilitating disease. Between 2018 and 2024, Angola reported 136 cases of dracunculiasis, including 3 in humans […]

  Koladé Josué Azandégbey, deputy chief of staff at Benin’s Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, has expressed his pride and enthusiasm at the prospect of Benin hosting the 2nd African Forum for Research and Innovation (FARI) in 2025. Speaking at the opening, on Monday 17 March 2025 in Cotonou, Benin, of the meeting of the Scientific Committee and the session of the Jury of Start-ups for the 2nd […]

  Kenya is set to host the World Health Conference and Expo by Informa Markets in October 2025 in Nairobi, marking the first major global healthcare expo in East Africa. This event will provide a platform to showcase Kenya’s healthcare innovations, investment opportunities, and advancements in medical technology. With evolving global disease patterns and rapid technological advancements, the conference will bring together specialists from commercial, professional, and academic sectors to foster knowledge […]

By: Selma Taapopi The International University of Management (IUM) founder, Professor David Namwandi, has cautioned the higher learning institution’s first-year students against plagiarism and instead opt for originality in the pursuit of their qualifications. Professor Namwandi made the call at IUM’s opening ceremony of the 2025 academic year. Professor Namwandi, who is also the chairman of the IUM governing council, informed the first years that the institution believes in originality […]

  The Ethiopian Food and Drug Authority (EFDA) and the Ministry of Health, in collaboration with the World Health Organization Ethiopia country office and other key partners, has officially launched the 7th Edition of the Ethiopian Essential Medicines List (EML). This milestone underscores Ethiopia’s commitment to ensuring equitable access to safe, effective, and quality-assured medicines for all. The updated EML aligns with the 23rd WHO Model List of Essential Medicines […]

  As the conflict in Sudan continues to drive mass displacement, an estimated 500 Sudanese refugees are arriving daily in Alkufra, a remote border city in southern Libya. The health system in Alkufra, not designed to support such a large population, is now overwhelmed, leaving many refugees without access to essential healthcare. The International Rescue Committee (IRC) warns that without urgent international support, the situation will deteriorate further, with devastating consequences […]

  Recognizing the critical role of tourism as a driver of regional integration and economic growth, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has launched a multi-day capacity-building program in Banjul, The Gambia, on March 17, 2025. This initiative aims to equip stakeholders with the necessary tools to enhance tourism standards, foster investment, and strengthen cooperation across all 12 ECOWAS Member States. The program is implemented in accordance with […]

  Experts from ECOWAS Member States and Commission, as well as regional organizations dealing with environmental and fisheries issues, are meeting from 18 to 21 March 2025 in Abidjan, Republic of Côte d’Ivoire, to discuss the issue of Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated Fishing (IUU) in West Africa. Initiated by the ECOWAS Department of Political Affairs, Peace and Security, this regional meeting aims to establish a regional cooperation framework to improve […]