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

Newly released 2025 scorecard unveils progress and setbacks on health and gender equality across Southern Africa

First developed in 2019, the scorecard serves as a social accountability tool and uses a "traffic light" system to track 20 indicators

The Southern African Development Community (SADC) has launched its biennial scorecard, a critical tool that tracks progress on sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) across its 16 Member States. New data, including from demographic health surveys, shows great strides in improving the sexual and reproductive health of people across the…

The Presidency of the Republic of South Africa
Source: The Presidency of the Republic of South Africa |

South Africa: Presidency statement on National Health Insurance Act (NHI) litigation

The Department of Health will continue in its constitutional responsibility to strengthen the health system and improve the quality of care

The litigation that has been initiated by various parties against the President and the Minister of Health has necessitated that President Cyril Ramaphosa following  consultations with Minister Aaron Motsoaledi agree to delay the proclamation of any sections of the National Health Insurance (NHI) Act until the Constitutional Court has handed…

WHO Regional Office for Africa
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World Health Organization (WHO) convenes global experts in Brazzaville to strengthen clinical care for filovirus diseases

The continent bears the heaviest burden of FVD outbreaks, with increasing frequency in recent years

As outbreaks of Filovirus Disease (FVD) continue to regularly affect countries across Africa and in efforts to increase preparedness capacities, the World Health Organization (WHO) with support from the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office has convened 50 clinicians, researchers and public health specialists globally and partners for a five-day Filovirus Disease Optimized Supportive Care…

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

Eritrea: Contribution of maternity waiting rooms in ensuring health of mothers and infants

In the Northern Red Sea Region, there are one referral hospital, three community hospitals, 10 health centers and stations, as well as 34 health units

At an activity assessment meeting of the Ministry of Health branch in the Northern Red Sea Region conducted on 20 and 21 February in the port city of Massawa, it was reported that maternity waiting rooms established at health facilities are significantly contributing to ensuring the health of mothers and…

Ministry of Information, Eritrea
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Eritrea: Successful eye surgery at Nakfa Hospital

Ophthalmologist Dr. Eyob Beyene stated that prior to the surgery, eye diagnoses were conducted on over 1,635 patients and that surgery was performed on those who were identified as requiring treatment

Successful eye surgery was performed on 161 patients from the sub-zones of Nakfa and Adobha at Nakfa Hospital on 16 and 17 February. Ophthalmologist Dr. Eyob Beyene stated that prior to the surgery, eye diagnoses were conducted on over 1,635 patients and that surgery was performed on those who were…

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

Ethiopia Dialogues on Progress Towards Building a Competent, Responsive, and Equitably Distributed Health Workforce for Universal Health Coverage

The dialogue examined Ethiopia’s progress toward its Human Resources for Health (HRH) Strategic Plan 2024–2030 and reaffirmed the country’s commitment to building a health workforce capable of delivering quality care to all communities

The Federal Ministry of Health, in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and with technical support from the World Health Organization (WHO), has launched a series of High‑Level Multisectoral Dialogues focused on aligning national priorities, investments, and policies for health workforce development. This work is supported by funding from the…

World Health Organization - Kenya
Source: World Health Organization - Kenya |

World Health Organization (WHO) and Novo Nordisk Foundation partner to advance health workforce education in Kenya

The collaboration aims to strengthen the capacity, quality, and relevance of Kenya's health workforce in response to evolving population health needs and the country's Universal Health Coverage agenda

Kenya has made notable progress in health workforce production, including a doubling of nurses, doctors, and other health professionals over the past decade. However, findings from the Health Labour Market Analysis also identify persisting and emerging gaps in the availability of health workers. The analysis projects that to meet the…

Ministry of Information, Eritrea
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Eritrea: Commendable Utilization of Health Facilities

Dr. Ali Halo, Director of the Regional Health Office, stated that 87% of the charted program for 2025 has been implemented

At an activity assessment meeting conducted on 17 and 18 February in the port city of Assab, it was reported that, as a result of growing public awareness on health issues, the utilization of health facilities in the Southern Red Sea Region has significantly increased. At the meeting, in which…

State House Seychelles
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Seychelles: President Herminie Proposes Elevating Japan Visit to Official Level as Seychelles–Japan Relations Approach Historic Milestones

Discussions also covered visa exemption measures, with President Herminie acknowledging ongoing progress toward facilitating travel for diplomatic and official passport holders

As Seychelles and Japan prepare to commemorate the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations in June 2026, President Dr. Patrick Herminie has called for a renewed and elevated phase of cooperation between the two nations, including the possibility of formalising new agreements at the highest level. The President made the remarks…

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Merck Foundation Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Discussed with Liberia First Lady the Impact of Their Programs – Train Healthcare Providers, Support Infertile Women & Girl Education at 12th Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary 2025 in the Gambia

Merck Foundation in partnership with The Liberia First Lady has also initiated “Educating Linda” Program, as a part of which annual scholarships are provided to 40 underprivileged but brilliant girls to continue their education, till they graduate

Merck Foundation (https://Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, conducted the 12th Edition of their annual conference, “Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary”, in partnership with the Government of The Gambia. The conference was co-chaired by H.E. Mrs. FATOUMATTA BAH-BARROW, First Lady of Gambia & Ambassador of Merck Foundation More…