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Source: World Health Organization (WHO) - Ethiopia | Apr 18, 2025

Integration at the Forefront to Enhance Catch-Up Vaccination Reach in Ethiopia

Ethiopia has prioritized integration within its immunization program to maximize impact

Integration has emerged as a cornerstone strategy in Ethiopia’s efforts to accelerate the reduction of zero-dose (ZD) children—those who have not received a single routine vaccination. According to the World Health Organization (WHO) Integration Resource Guide, integrating health services, such as vaccination programs, significantly enhance resource efficiency and improves overall healthcare…

Source: World Health Organization (WHO) - Ethiopia | Apr 11, 2025

Reducing measles outbreak risk in 38 drought-affected districts in Ethiopia

This intervention was crucial in reducing the risk of a measles outbreak, as it targets areas with high vulnerability due to frequent droughts and population mobility

In Ethiopia’s drought-affected districts, measles outbreaks pose a significant threat to vulnerable populations, particularly children. To mitigate this risk, the World Health Organization (WHO) supported a comprehensive and integrated measles vaccination campaign across 38 woredas (16 woredas in Somali, 19 in Oromia, and 3 in South Ethiopia), reaching over 5,308…

Source: World Health Organization (WHO) - Ethiopia | Apr 11, 2025

Ethiopia reaches 15.3 million children with novel oral polio vaccine, surpassing target

Around 104 000 zero-dose children (those who have never received any vaccination) were identified, and almost 62 000 (around 60%) were vaccinated

For Meseret Gelaw, a mother in Furustale village of Jimma town in Oromia region, ensuring that her 8-month-old son receives every necessary vaccine is a matter of life and health. “I want my child to grow up healthy, free from diseases like polio. When I heard about the vaccination campaign,…

Source: World Health Organization (WHO) - Ethiopia | Mar 20, 2025

Ethiopia Bolsters Public Health Emergency Response Through Workforce Development with Support from the Pandemic Fund

Ethiopia’s continued investment in training and capacity building is paving the way for a more resilient and prepared public health emergency response system

Ethiopia has taken a significant step in strengthening its public health emergency response capacity with the successful completion of the 3rd cohort African Volunteers Health Corps - Strengthening and Utilizing Response Groups for Emergencies Corps (AVoHC-SURGE) Onboarding Training in Adama city 13th January to 13th February 2025. A total of…

Source: World Health Organization (WHO) - Ethiopia | Mar 19, 2025

Ethiopia Reports Strong Progress in Health Security Assessment State Party Self-Assessment Annual Report (SPAR 2024)

State Parties are encouraged to begin their self-assessments mid-year using the web-based SPAR platform to streamline data collection and reporting

Ethiopia has reaffirmed its commitment to global health security by submitting its annual health security assessment, known as the State Party Self-Assessment Annual Report (SPAR), to the World Health Assembly (WHA). This mandatory report, required under Article 54 of the International Health Regulations (IHR), evaluates the country's capacity to prevent,…

Source: World Health Organization (WHO) - Ethiopia | Mar 18, 2025

Ethiopia launches 7th edition of the essential medicines list to strengthen Universal Health Coverage

This edition features an expansion of therapeutic categories, incorporating new medicines and dosage forms to meet Ethiopia’s evolving public health needs

The Ethiopian Food and Drug Authority (EFDA) and the Ministry of Health, in collaboration with the World Health Organization Ethiopia country office and other key partners, has officially launched the 7th Edition of the Ethiopian Essential Medicines List (EML). This milestone underscores Ethiopia’s commitment to ensuring equitable access to safe,…

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Source: World Health Organization (WHO) - Ethiopia | Mar 12, 2025

World Health Organization (WHO) Ramps Up Cholera Response Efforts in Ethiopia’s Gambella Region

Health workers have conducted thousands of household visits, identified and monitored suspected cases, and established oral rehydration points in hotspot areas to ensure early treatment

The World Health Organization (WHO) has intensified its response efforts to combat a cholera outbreak in Ethiopia’s Gambella region, which has infected more than 1,200 people. The outbreak, first detected in Akobo Woreda on February 11, has since spread to eight woredas and four refugee camps. As part of its…

Source: World Health Organization (WHO) - Ethiopia | Mar 12, 2025

Ethiopia strengthens Digital Public Health Emergency Management with Electronic Public Health Emergency Management (ePHEM) training

The training aimed to strengthen Event-Based Surveillance (EBS) through the ePHEM platform

The Electronic Public Health Emergency Management (ePHEM) Training of Trainers (TOT) sessions were organized by the World Health Organization (WHO) Ethiopia in collaboration with the Ethiopian Public Health Institute (EPHI), the Ministry of Health (MoH), and Regional Health Bureaus (RHBs), with financial support from the European Union (EU) and partners…

Source: World Health Organization (WHO) - Ethiopia | Jan 31, 2025

World Health Organization (WHO) delivers critical support to Bugna Woreda and surroundings amid humanitarian needs

The conflict's impact was devastating, with farmers unable to access fertilizer for the 2024 farming season, exacerbating food insecurity in an area already grappling with drought

Bugna woreda, Amhara region, located in Ethiopia’s North Zone, has faced significant challenges due to prolonged conflict, drought, and food insecurity. Home to over 100,000 residents, endured over a year without access to essential commodities, medical supplies, and support, leaving its population in a dire state. The conflict's impact was…

Source: World Health Organization (WHO) - Ethiopia | Dec 11, 2024

World Health Organization (WHO) Receives Certificate of Merit for Contributions to Ethiopia's Pharmaceutical Sector

Established in 1974, the Ethiopian Pharmaceutical Association is a national body representing pharmacists in Ethiopia

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…

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