WHO warns of a surge in TB cases and deaths across Africa

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World Health Organisation (WHO) has warned of a surge in Tuberculosis (TB) cases in the African continent following a radical…

Africa’s Healthcare at a Crossroads: A Wake-Up Call for Self-Reliance amid USAID Cuts

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As African health leaders convened this week at the Africa Health Agenda International Conference, a pressing concern loomed over discussions:…

Who Decides? The Contraceptive Conundrum Facing Adolescent Girls in Africa

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Access to contraception must be lowered to allow teenage girls to make informed decisions about their bodies, relationships, and futures,…

Restoring the Dignity for Every Woman: Insights from AHAIC 2025

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Obstetric fistula remains one of the most devastating yet preventable childbirth injuries affecting women across Africa. Caused by prolonged, obstructed…

From Crisis to Care: Strengthening Africa’s Health Workforce to Combat Cardiometabolic Diseases

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Kigali, Rwanda – March 4, 2025 – Cardiometabolic diseases (CMDs), including cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, obesity, and renal disease, are Africa's significant…

From Dependency to Self-Reliance: The Future of Africa’s Health Systems. Insights from AHAIC 2025

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The Africa Health Agenda International Conference (AHAIC) 2025 opened with a powerful plenary session titled “Celebrating a Decade of African-led…

Health Experts Gather for AHAIC 2025: Call for urgent action on Africa’s health challenges

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The stage is set for the Africa Health Agenda International Conference (AHAIC) 2025 in Kigali, Rwanda, where health experts, policymakers, and stakeholders…

WHO official urges African nations to unite for stronger health security

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KIGALI: THE acting Regional Director of the World Health Organisation (WHO) African Region, Dr Chikwe Ihekweazu, has called on African countries…

Africa meets to chart new ways to finance health after USAID funding cuts

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In Summary Amref Health Africa Group CEO Dr. Githinji Gitahi, reminded African leaders and global stakeholders to rethink health investments.…

Transformative Norm Change: Amref’s Comprehensive Interventions to End FGM

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Female Genital Mutilation and Cutting (FGM) refers to the alteration or injury of female genitalia for non-medical reasons. Globally, an…