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

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

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

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

1 year ago

Who Decides? The Contraceptive Conundrum Facing Adolescent Girls in Africa

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

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Restoring the Dignity for Every Woman: Insights from AHAIC 2025

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

1 year ago

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

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

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

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

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

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

1 year ago

WHO official urges African nations to unite for stronger health security

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

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

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

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

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

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