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UHPR CCS Sierra Leone

Publications [email protected] Wed, 03/06/2026 – 13:27 Sierra Leone is among the first countries globally to undertake the Universal Health and Preparedness Review (UHPR), a voluntary, Member State-led initiative designed to strengthen health security through transparent peer review and multisectoral collaboration. Following the COVID-19 pandemic, the UHPR was established to help countries assess and enhance their …

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Job Vacancy : Communications Assistant

Publications [email protected] Wed, 03/06/2026 – 12:10 Post description Communications Assistant Purpose of the post The incumbent will support the implementation of the WHO Country Office communication strategies in line with programme priorities and organizational objectives, within the context of WHO’s strategic direction at country level. The role aims to promote awareness, increase visibility, and strengthen …

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WHO Sierra Leone 1st Quarter 2026 Newsletter

Publications [email protected] Mon, 01/06/2026 – 10:28 The WHO Sierra Leone Quarterly Newsletter for January-March 2026 highlights key developments in strengthening the country’s health system through government leadership and partner collaboration. This edition features progress in health financing reforms, efforts to enhance health security and emergency preparedness, the launch of new support for Mpox preparedness, and …

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

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

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

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

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

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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