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Ministry of Information, Eritrea
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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…

Merck Foundation

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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…

Ministry of Information, Eritrea
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Eritrea: Commendable Maternity and Infant Health Care Provision

Dr. Bereket also called on parents to bring their children for proper medical treatment and to refrain from administering unprescribed medicines

Pediatrician Dr. Bereket Gebremicael at Teseney Hospital stated that, as a result of integrated efforts to ensure maternal and infant health, the death rate related to childbirth has significantly declined. Dr. Bereket further noted that the increased number of pregnant women seeking pre- and post-natal care, regular vaccination programs, as…

Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC)
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Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) and FHI 360 Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Strengthen Health Security and Advance Africa’s Health Sovereignty

The partnership reflects a shared commitment to supporting African Union Member States in building integrated, efficient and sustainable public health systems

The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) and FHI 360 today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen collaboration in advancing health security, workforce development, and resilient public health systems across Africa. The MoU establishes a structured framework of cooperation aligned with the Africa CDC Strategic…

African Leaders Malaria Alliance (ALMA)

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    • President Adovcate Duma Gideon Boko calls for collective will among his fellow heads of state and multiple sectoral ministers to join hands to finance and support the fight against malaria at scale
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African Leaders Call for Sustainable Malaria Financing as Progress Stalls and Funding Crisis Deepens

The 2025 Africa Malaria Progress Report reveals 270.8 million cases and nearly 600,000 deaths; It warns of potential resurgence, as Heads of State and Government urge increased domestic resource mobilisation, call on partners to honour their commitments, and demand a renewed World Bank Malaria Booster Programme

Against a backdrop of stalled progress, declining international funding, and intensifying threats, African Heads of State and Government today issued a unified call for a new era of malaria financing at the 39th African Union Summit in Ethiopia. The African Union Malaria Progress Report 2025, presented by President Advocate Duma…