Month: May 2026

Four health workers recover from Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo

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Four health workers recover from Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo 31 May 2026 [email protected] Sun, 31/05/2026 – 20:07 Bunia, Democratic Republic of the Congo—Four nurses who were being treated for Ebola disease caused by Bundibugyo virus have been discharged from a hospital in Bunia, the capital of Ituri, after recovering from the disease. More recoveries are expected, especially when people …

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Message from the Regional Director, Dr Mohamed Yakub Janabi, on the Occasion of the World No Tobacco Day 2026

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Message from the Regional Director, Dr Mohamed Yakub Janabi, on the Occasion of the World No Tobacco Day 2026 date Sun, 31/05/2026 – 12:00 [email protected] Sun, 31/05/2026 – 12:03 On this World No Tobacco Day 2026, the World Health Organization Regional Office for Africa is joining the global community to reaffirm a simple yet urgent …

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WHO Botswana Biennial Report 2024-2025

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Publications [email protected] Fri, 29/05/2026 – 07:56 The WHO Botswana Biennial Report 2024–2025 showcases a period of strong progress, resilience, and transformative partnerships in advancing national health priorities. Botswana reached a historic milestone as the first country globally to attain Gold Tier status for eliminating mother‑to‑child transmission of HIV, demonstrating the impact of sustained political commitment …

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The Mwele Malecela Mentorship Programme – Cohort III

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The Mwele Malecela Mentorship Programme – Cohort III 26 May 2026 [email protected] Tue, 26/05/2026 – 07:01 WHO Regional Office for Africa · Mentorship Programme The Mwele Malecela Mentorship Programme Cohort III 2026 · Neglected Tropical Diseases Overview We are thrilled to introduce you to the remarkable women who comprise Cohort III of the Mwele Malecela …

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THE GAMBIA BRINGS MENTAL HEALTH CARE CLOSER TO COMMUNITIES THROUGH FRONT LINE TRAINING

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THE GAMBIA BRINGS MENTAL HEALTH CARE CLOSER TO COMMUNITIES THROUGH FRONT LINE TRAINING 22 May 2026 [email protected] Fri, 22/05/2026 – 13:48 Tendaba, The Gambia – May 2026 – For many people in The Gambia, seeking help for mental health conditions is not always easy. In rural areas especially, access to specialized services often means travelling …

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Tanzania National Oral Health Strategic Plan 2026-2031

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Publications sarah.mujulizi… Tue, 19/05/2026 – 11:43 The National Oral Health Strategic Plan V (2026–2031) for Tanzania Mainland provides a comprehensive framework to strengthen oral health services and improve equitable access to quality oral healthcare across the country. Developed by the Ministry of Health in alignment with national health priorities and the WHO Global Strategy on …

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Electronic Surveillance Monthly Bulletin (April 2026)

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Publications [email protected] Mon, 18/05/2026 – 12:45 The Bulletin provides standardized updates on eSURV/ISS implementation, key performance indicators in WHO AFRO, aiding stakeholders in monitoring active surveillance progress, addressing gaps, and guiding evidence-based decisions at regional and national, and subnational levels. Download the bulletin4.23 MB

Seventy-ninth World Health Assembly (WHA79) side event – Advancing medical products regulation in Africa

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Seventy-ninth World Health Assembly (WHA79) side event – Advancing medical products regulation in Africa 18 May 2026 [email protected] Thu, 14/05/2026 – 15:22 Seventy-ninth World Health Assembly (WHA79) side event Advancing medical products regulation in Africa Building a harmonized and resilient regulatory ecosystem through the African Medicines Agency–WHO collaboration. Date: 18 May 2026 Time: 13:00–14:20 CEST …

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