COVID-19

Scientists correct misinformation about vaccines and the Delta variant

Through the pandemic, Covid-19 sceptics have exploited misinformation and misrepresented official reports to undermine confidence in vaccines and restrictions. Their new…

3 years ago

Invest in Africa-led research to tackle health inequalities

Africa has been viewed as a goldmine for research; a stepping stone to propel external researchers to greatness, without benefiting…

3 years ago

Amref Tanzania engages in hygiene campaign, behavioral change in three regions

The Amref Health Africa -Tanzania has reached 87,154 pupils with hand washing facilities aimed at fighting COVID-19 spread and other…

3 years ago

Why youth are avoiding Covid-19 jab

By MERCY KAHENDA  More than half of youth in Kenya are waiting to see how the Covid-19 vaccine affects those…

3 years ago

Githinji Gitahi, comisionado de la respuesta africana a la COVID: "La justicia y la caridad han fracasado en la vacunación"

Más de 4.000 millones de dosis de vacunas contra el coronavirus han llegado a brazos de todo el mundo. Menos…

3 years ago

Why youth are avoiding Covid-19 vaccine

More than half of youth in Kenya are waiting to see how the Covid-19 vaccine affects those who have already received it…

3 years ago

COVID-19 Mitigation Efforts Impede Access To Reproductive Health Services

Study conducted in Kenya, Uganda, Zambia highlights challenges faced by women seeking family planning, antenatal, postnatal and immunization services, as…

3 years ago

COVID-19 Mitigation Measures Lead to Increased Inequity in Kenya, Uganda – Amref Study

Globally approved containment measures implemented with minimal adaptation to local contexts widened inequalities, putting the most vulnerable at greater risk…

3 years ago

Vaccine Hesitancy Among Youth and Community Health Volunteers Likely to Impact Kenya COVID-19 Vaccine Rollout – Amref Study

58% of youth in Kenya adopting a wait-and-see approach to COVID-19 vaccine, as social media  and lack of confidence in…

3 years ago

Amref Health Africa Global CEO, Dr. Githinji Gitahi on CNN International advocating for #VaccineEquity

Dr. Githinji Gitahi, on the show CNN Newsroom with Michael Holmes, shares insights on the COVID -19 Situation in Africa and…

3 years ago