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World Health Organization (WHO) - Madagascar
Source: World Health Organization (WHO) - Madagascar |

Fighting lymphatic filariasis in Madagascar: Lives transformed and hope restored

Transmitted by mosquitoes, it disrupts the circulation of lymph and can cause persistent swelling known as lymphedema

Julien Ranjaivonirina, a 63‑year‑old farmer living in the Fitovinany region, smiles as he reflects on his journey. Standing in front of his wooden house, he recounts how the hydrocele he had for several years limited his movements and prevented him from working as he wished. Today, after receiving care, he…

Republic of South Africa: The Parliament
Source: Republic of South Africa: The Parliament |

South Africa - Committee Chairperson: Limpopo and Mpumalanga Floods Have Severely Impacted Healthcare Infrastructure

The recent floods have illuminated the critical need for proactive measures to strengthen our healthcare system

The devastating floods in Limpopo and Mpumalanga in recent weeks have brought to the fore the stark reality that many South Africans have long known – the country’s healthcare system is under-prepared for the challenges posed by natural disasters. The tragic loss of life and the suffering of countless families…

Ministry of Information, Eritrea
Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea |

Voluntary blood donation by taxi owners’ association

Noting that donating blood has no adverse effect on donors’ health, the participants called on the public to voluntarily donate blood to save lives with their renewable blood

Members of the taxi owners’ association in the Central Region voluntarily donated 60 units of blood on 27 January. Noting that members of the association donate blood regularly every year, Mr. Yitbarek Haile, General Secretary of the association, said that voluntary blood donation is an initiative that requires individual commitment…

Merck Foundation

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    • Merck Foundation CEO, Dr. Rasha Kelej and H.E. Amai Dr. AUXILLIA MNANGAGWA, First Lady of the Republic of Zimbabwe and Ambassador of Merck Foundation “More Than a Mother” at the 7th Edition of Merck Foundation First Ladies Initiative MFFLI Summit 2025
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Merck Foundation Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Zimbabwe First Lady discussed the impact of their programs - Train healthcare providers, support Infertile Women & Girl Education

Together with Zimbabwe First Lady, Merck Foundation has provided 166 scholarships for local doctors in Zimbabwe in many critical and underserved specialties

Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com) CEO, Dr. Rasha Kelej met H.E. Amai Dr. AUXILLIA MNANGAGWA, First Lady of the Republic of Zimbabwe and Ambassador of Merck Foundation “More Than a Mother” , during the 7th Edition of Merck Foundation First Ladies Initiative - MFFLI Summit 2025 recently. It was inaugurated by Prof.…

World Health Organization (WHO) - Ethiopia
Source: World Health Organization (WHO) - Ethiopia |

Ethiopia declares end of first-ever Marburg virus disease outbreak

From the onset of the outbreak, WHO worked in close collaboration with the Ministry of Health and the Ethiopian Public Health Institute (EPHI) to support response efforts at national and sub-national levels

The Government of Ethiopia has officially declared the end of its first-ever outbreak of Marburg virus disease (MVD) following the completion of enhanced surveillance and the mandatory follow-up period, with no new confirmed cases reported for consecutive 42 days. The outbreak, first confirmed on 14 November 2025 in the South…

World Health Organization (WHO) - Madagascar
Source: World Health Organization (WHO) - Madagascar |

Early detection a game-changer in the fight against leprosy in Madagascar

WHO supports the training of clinicians to detect atypical forms of the disease and community health workers to conduct awareness raising and anti stigma efforts

In Madagascar, leprosy remains a major public health concern. Each year, between 1500 and 2000 new cases are reported, placing the country among the 23 priority countries for the World Health Organization (WHO) in the fight against leprosy. The disease remains endemic in 37 remote districts across 16 of the…

International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)
Source: International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) |

Somalia: One year on, families reeling from conflict in Puntland

In 2025, for the second year running, conflict was the main driver of displacement in Somalia, uprooting more than 200,000 people from their homes, according to humanitarian data tracking population movements

More than a year after conflict broke out in the Cal Miskaad mountain range of Somalia’s Puntland region, fighting continues to take a heavy toll on the lives of thousands of families. Many have been forced to flee their homes, leaving behind land and livelihoods they depend on. As communities…

WHO Regional Office for Africa
Source: WHO Regional Office for Africa |

World Health Organization (WHO) and East, Central and Southern Africa Health Community (ECSA-HC) strengthen regional health cooperation through Memorandum of Understanding

Through this partnership, WHO AFRO and ECSA-HC will collaborate across a broad range of strategic areas, including primary health care strengthening, disease prevention and control

Today World Health Organization (WHO)’s Regional Office for Africa (AFRO) and the East, Central and Southern Africa Health Community (ECSA-HC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen collaboration in advancing health outcomes and resilient health systems across the East, Central and Southern African region. The MoU establishes a structured…

Ministry of Health, Kenya
Source: Ministry of Health, Kenya |

Cabinet Secretary (CS) Aden Duale Leads High-Level Health Stakeholder Engagement in Bomet to Advance Universal Health Coverage (UHC) and Digital Health Reforms

The engagement was guided by a data-driven performance briefing, which indicated that all 158 public health facilities in Bomet County are fully empanelled on digital health systems

The Health Cabinet Secretary, Aden Duale, today co-chaired a high-level strategic engagement with the Governor of Bomet County, Hillary Barchock, bringing together key health sector stakeholders—including unions, the private sector, faith-based organisations, and development partners—to strengthen the delivery of quality healthcare under Kenya’s Universal Health Coverage (UHC) agenda. The engagement was guided…

State House Seychelles
Source: State House Seychelles |

Egyptian Ambassador Presents Credentials, Reaffirms Commitment to Deepening Seychelles–Egypt Cooperation

President Herminie proposed the appointment of a Seychelles Tourism Ambassador to be based in Cairo to promote Seychelles as a destination and further strengthen bilateral tourism relations

The President of the Republic of Seychelles, Dr. Patrick Herminie, received the Letters of Credence of His Excellency Mr. Hatem Yousri Hosni, Ambassador of the Arab Republic of Egypt to the Republic of Seychelles, during an accreditation ceremony held yesterday at State House. The ceremony marked the official commencement of…