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Africa’s health workforce expands but shortages, unemployment and migration intensify: WHO report

Africa’s health workforce expands but shortages, unemployment and migration intensify: WHO report 06 May 2026 [email protected] Wed, 06/05/2026 – 15:31 Accra—Africa is producing more health workers than ever before, yet millions of people still lack access to care; hundreds of thousands of trained health professionals are unable to find jobs; and many of them are …

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Infodemic Insights Report 1 January-28 February

Publications [email protected] Thu, 19/03/2026 – 16:19 AIRA Infodemic Insights Report, 1 January–28 February 2026 This report provides an overview of infodemic-related information in the WHO African Region between 1 January and 28 February 2026, covering the following topics: Public health emergencies: mpox in Madagascar, with spillover concerns in the ComorosVaccination and clinical research: the hepatitis …

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Electronic Surveillance Monthly Bulletin (Feb 2026)

Publications [email protected] Mon, 09/03/2026 – 11:19 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 bulletin4.21 MB

The Big Actions: A publication that covers the contributions, milestones and bottlenecks of WHO in the fight against Polio in Nigeria.

Publications [email protected] Mon, 09/03/2026 – 08:46 February 2026 – In 2025, Nigeria made historic strides in the fight against Polio, achieving a 31% reduction in cases through relentless grit and innovation. From navigating riverine creeks by boat to reaching children in security-strained zones, the mission to protect every child continues. Key 2025 Milestones:  Massive Reach: Over …

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WHO São Tomé and Príncipe Newsletter for the 4 Quarter – October to December 2025

Publications [email protected] Thu, 05/03/2026 – 16:56 The fourth edition of the WHO São Tomé and Príncipe Quarterly Newsletter highlights key achievements from October to December 2025. The country completed both the IHR self‑assessment and the Joint External Evaluation, marking major progress in health security. Important steps were taken in health financing with the publication of …

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