Africa bears 25% of global TB burden despite declining deaths- WHO
Data released by the health body ahead of the 2026 World TB Day show that 378,000 people died from TB ...
Tag: Regional Director for Africa
Africa needs ‘seven-fold rise’ in COVID-19 vaccine shipments — WHO
"…the rise is necessary if the continent is to fully vaccinate 70 per cent of its people against COVID-19 by ...
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World Diabetes Day: Over 25 million Africans living with Type II Diabetes – WHO
Africa has seen rise in number of cases due to lifestyle changes, including unhealthy diets and a lack of physical ...
WHO seeks end to Ebola outbreak in West Africa
Ebola spread is largely associated with cultural practices and beliefs contrary to recommended public health preventive measures. The World Health ...
