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Source: World Health Organization (WHO) - Nigeria | Mar 11, 2026

Nigeria adopts national policy to strengthen cosmetics safety

By improving regulation and surveillance, the policy strengthens health security, protects consumers and supports economic diversification

Nigeria has approved its first national policy on cosmetics safety and health after nearly two decades of stalled attempts. The policy was launched at the Sixty sixth National Council on Health in Calabar. It establishes a clear system to regulate how cosmetic products are manufactured, imported, sold, used and disposed…

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Source: Roche | Mar 11, 2026

Breast Cancer Cost Seven African Economies Over $10 Billion in Lost Productivity, New Analysis Shows

The research also showed how every dollar invested in innovative cancer treatments can generate up to USD12.40 in economic returns, primarily by restoring women’s productivity

Findings were presented at the 2026 Roche Africa Press Day in Nairobi (https://www.Roche.com), which convened journalists from nine African countries with policymakers and health experts The event focused on the theme “Health is Wealth,” exploring how investment in women’s health can drive economic growth and stronger health system Research reveals…

Source: Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) | Mar 10, 2026

Landmark Summit Elevates Fungal Diseases to a Public Health Priority in Africa

Participants at the summit agreed to enhance collaboration in research and development (R&D), capacity building, surveillance and clinical care

Africa’s first summit dedicated to fungal diseases concluded with a multi-stakeholder commitment to strengthen surveillance, capacity building, access to diagnostics and treatment across the continent. Co-hosted by the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) and the Global Action for Fungal Infections (GAFFI), the summit brought together researchers,…

Source: World Health Organization (WHO) - Burundi | Mar 10, 2026

World Health Organization (WHO) supports Burundi to deliver lifesaving emergency health assistance

As Burundi works to address the growing humanitarian and health needs, WHO and its partners remain committed to supporting the efforts to expand access to essential health services

Burundi is facing a growing humanitarian emergency as thousands of people fleeing violence in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo continue to cross the border, placing increasing strain on health services and infrastructure in refugee-hosting communities. Since late 2025, more than 100 000 people have arrived in Burundi, most of…

Source: World Health Organization - Sierra Leone | Mar 03, 2026

Sierra Leone surpasses Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination campaign targets, closes gap on cervical cancer elimination

WHO provided key technical expertise to the campaign, supporting microplanning, training health workers, strengthening safety surveillance and ensuring quality and equity across all districts

Sierra Leone has scored a major public health milestone by exceeding national targets in a recent human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination campaign, helping to accelerate progress towards eliminating cervical cancer as a public health threat by 2030. The campaign, using a multi-age cohort strategy, targeted adolescent girls across a wider age…

Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea | Feb 27, 2026

Eritrea: Material Support in Connection with International Women’s Day

Ms. Liya Bereketeab, administrator of Akria sub-zone, commended the initiative taken by the union members and called for active participation in the eradication of harmful practices

Members of the National Union of Eritrean Women in the Akria sub-zone of the Central Region have extended material support to fistula patients undergoing treatment at the Mendefera Referral Hospital Fistula Center. The support included sanitation materials and other consumer goods. Ms. Tsega Solomon, head of the union branch, said…

Source: World Health Organization (WHO) - Angola | Feb 26, 2026

Angola and Namibia Strengthen Joint Response to Polio with Synchronized Border Campaign

The campaign targets 230.000 children under 10 years of age, using the nOPV2 vaccine, which protects against type 2 poliovirus variants

The Government of Angola launched a subnational polio vaccination campaign in the municipality of Namacunde, Cunene Province, running from 24 to 27 February 2026, across 13 municipalities of 4 provinces bordering the Republic of Namibia. The initiative is carried out in synchronization with Namibia, aiming to interrupt poliovirus circulation and…

Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea | Feb 23, 2026

Eritrea: Successful eye surgery at Nakfa Hospital

Ophthalmologist Dr. Eyob Beyene stated that prior to the surgery, eye diagnoses were conducted on over 1,635 patients and that surgery was performed on those who were identified as requiring treatment

Successful eye surgery was performed on 161 patients from the sub-zones of Nakfa and Adobha at Nakfa Hospital on 16 and 17 February. Ophthalmologist Dr. Eyob Beyene stated that prior to the surgery, eye diagnoses were conducted on over 1,635 patients and that surgery was performed on those who were…

Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea | Feb 18, 2026

Eritrea: Commendable Maternity and Infant Health Care Provision

Dr. Bereket also called on parents to bring their children for proper medical treatment and to refrain from administering unprescribed medicines

Pediatrician Dr. Bereket Gebremicael at Teseney Hospital stated that, as a result of integrated efforts to ensure maternal and infant health, the death rate related to childbirth has significantly declined. Dr. Bereket further noted that the increased number of pregnant women seeking pre- and post-natal care, regular vaccination programs, as…

Source: World Health Organization (WHO) - South Sudan | Feb 09, 2026

Sustained response curbing cholera outbreak in South Sudan

South Sudan is currently conducting a post-campaign coverage survey to document reasons for missed vaccination to improve future campaigns

South Sudan’s sustained cholera outbreak response has reduced new cases and prevented around 94 000 deaths since the confirmation of the outbreak more than two years ago in September 2024. Working with government departments, World Health Organization (WHO) and partners, the Ministry of Health in South Sudan activated a multisectoral…