insert_link Africa DRC rolls out Ebola vaccination in Kasai Province Ebola vaccination campaign (Photo: WHO) The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has begun vaccinating health workers and Ebola patients in the southern province of Kasai following a recent outbreak. Authorities aim to contain the virus and protect frontline workers as the response continues. Vaccination is being prioritised for those most at risk, including medical staff, caregivers, and individuals who have had direct contact with confirmed cases. The Ministry of Health […] today16 September, 2025
insert_link Africa More Than 120 Killed in Shelling of Omdurman In Sudan Sudanese volunteer rescuers reported that shelling in Omdurman, Khartoum's twin city across the Nile, has left over 120 people dead. Reports say medical supplies are critically scarce as health workers face overwhelming numbers of injured individuals. The fighting between the army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces has intensified in recent weeks, following more than 20 months of conflict in Sudan. today15 January, 2025
insert_link Namibia Medical Interns Demand Overtime Pay or Halt Overtime Work Over 300 medical interns are threatening to stop working overtime unless the government settles their outstanding overtime pay within five days. The interns, employed by the Health and Social Services ministry, staged a protest in Windhoek and submitted a petition to the Office of the Prime Minister. If their concerns remain unaddressed, they plan to limit their working hours to 40 hours per week, as per Health Professions Council guidelines. today20 November, 2024
