The World Health Organization (WHO) has been awarded a Certificate of Merit by the Ethiopian Pharmaceutical Association (EPA) in recognition of its outstanding contributions to the pharmaceutical sector. The award was presented during EPA's celebration of its 50-year journey. WHO was honored for its extensive efforts in strengthening Ethiopia’s regulatory systems, promoting local pharmaceutical production, and supporting the development of policies and legal frameworks. The organization’s contributions to improving pharmaceutical […]

 The Portfolio Committee on Home Affairs has reiterated its call for enhanced cooperation between the Border Management Authority (BMA), law enforcement agencies, Mozambican counterparts and long-haul goods trucks to resolve the current backlog of trucks at the Lebombo Port of Entry. The committee concluded a successful and informative oversight visit to the port of entry and highlighted health concerns and the impact of extended delays in processing goods across the […]

  Merck Foundation CEO in partnership with First Ladies of Africa and Asia has also announced the Call for Application for their two FASHION Awards 2025 - apply now at submit@merck-foundation.com Merck Foundation FASHION Awards “More Than a Mother” to address one or more of the following social issues such as: Breaking Infertility Stigma, Supporting Girl Education, Ending Child Marriage, Ending FGM, Stopping GBV and Women Empowerment. Merck Foundation FASHION Awards […]

 The Hamelmalo sub-zone in the Anseba Region officially declared itself free of female genital mutilation (FGM) on 7 December. The sub-zone has become the 8th in the Anseba region to make this declaration. Ms. Amna Haj, administrator of the sub-zone, stated that this achievement is the result of sustained awareness-raising activities by all stakeholders. She congratulated the residents and called for continued public involvement to ensure in sustaining the eradication. […]

 A two-day workshop on advancing disability-inclusive health services in Ethiopia concluded successfully in Adama City, marking a significant step toward promoting health equity for persons with disabilities.  Organized by the World Health Organization (WHO) in collaboration with the Ethiopian Ministry of Health (MOH) and Humanity and Inclusion (HI), the event brought together stakeholders from across the health and social affairs sectors. The workshop, held from November 25-26, was a direct […]

 The former governor of the Democratic Republic of Congo’s (DRC) North Kivu province and two other senior army officers must be investigated for possible crimes against humanity committed while suppressing a demonstration in Goma city, in which at least 56 people were unlawfully killed and over 80 wounded on 30 August 2023, Amnesty International said in a new report.  The report, Operation “Keba”: Massacre by the Army in the Democratic Republic […]

 Vaccinations have begun in response to a cholera outbreak in South Sudan.  Since 28 October 2024, a total of 2555 cases and 32 deaths have been reported, about 37% of them children. Some 150 000 people in Renk County are set to receive the life-saving vaccinations, procured and delivered with UN support. Over a million more vaccine doses are on the way to reach people across the country, including in […]

 The African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org) and Italy’s National Promotional Institution Cassa Depositi e Prestiti (CDP) have signed a new implementing agreement for cooperation through an investment platform to advance the continent’s economic growth.   The partnership framework agreement between the two entities setting up the Growth and Resilience Platform for Africa (GRAf)—signed on 5 December in Rabat—follows the signing of a letter of intent in July 2024.    Through GRAf, […]

 His Excellency President Dr. Julius Maada Bio has expressed gratitude to the European Union (EU), the United States Ambassador, the British High Commissioner, and other development partners for their support in fostering peace and dialogue between the Government of Sierra Leone and the main opposition All People’s Congress (APC) party. The President made these remarks during the annual European Union-Sierra Leone political partnership dialogue held at State House. “Over the […]