WHO confirms three African islands have stopped the transmission of measles and rubella after decades of coordinated public health efforts.
Cabo Verde, Mauritius, Seychelles eliminate measles and rubella Read More »
The surge in mpox cases in Sierra Leone prompts increased screening, vaccination, and treatment responses from health teams.
Sierra Leone health workers respond to mpox surge Read More »
Nigerian health authorities are struggling to contain a widespread meningitis outbreak, particularly affecting children in northern regions.
Meningitis outbreak in Nigeria claims over 150 lives Read More »
The cholera outbreak in South Sudan has led to 334 deaths, with over 19,000 reported cases, as the epidemic spreads across seven states.
South Sudan reports 334 deaths due to ongoing cholera outbreak Read More »
Nigeria has commenced a delayed mpox vaccination program, prioritizing healthcare workers and immunocompromised individuals in Abuja and select states.
Mpox vaccination program begins in Nigeria after delay Read More »
Over 50,000 people have been vaccinated against mpox in the DRC and Rwanda as the disease continues to spread across Africa.
WHO: Mpox vaccination drive underway in Africa Read More »
Mpox cases continue to increase in Africa, with Ghana and Zambia reporting new outbreaks.
Africa CDC warns of rising mpox deaths Read More »
East Africa is facing a Marburg virus crisis, with Rwanda leading the charge in vaccination efforts to contain the outbreak and save lives.
Rwanda launches vaccination drive to combat Marburg virus Read More »
The devastating impact of floods in northeastern Nigeria has been compounded by a cholera outbreak, posing a serious public health threat to the region.
Cholera outbreak hits northeastern Nigeria amid flooding Read More »
Congo has launched its first mpox vaccination campaign to address a growing outbreak in the country and limit its spread to other African nations.
Congo tackles mpox with vaccination campaign Read More »
