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WHO Extends Global Health Emergency as Mpox Cases Surge Across Africa

The World Health Organization (WHO) has extended its global health emergency designation for Mpox, citing continued spread and rising fatalities nearly a year after the virus was classified as a…

Africa News Now June 11, 2025

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Ghana Nurses’ Strike Deepens as Talks Stall, Health Services Disrupted Nationwide

Ghana’s healthcare system is under growing strain as the nationwide strike by the Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA) enters its second week without resolution. Negotiations between the union…

Africa News Now June 10, 2025

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Nigeria Vaccinates Over 14 Million Girls Against Cervical Cancer in Landmark Health Campaign

Nigeria has successfully vaccinated more than 14 million girls against cervical cancer, marking a major milestone in the country’s fight against one of the leading causes of cancer deaths among…

Africa News Now June 10, 2025

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Bill Gates Pledges $200bn Fortune to Transform Health and Education in Africa by 2045

Microsoft co-founder and billionaire philanthropist Bill Gates has announced that the majority of his estimated $200 billion fortune will be spent on improving health and education in Africa over the…

Africa News Now June 2, 2025

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Nigeria Seeks $21.5 Billion in Foreign Loans to Fund 2025–2026 Budget and Economic Reforms

The Nigerian government has submitted a proposal to borrow over $21.5 billion from foreign and domestic sources as part of its 2025–2026 Medium-Term Borrowing Plan, aimed at addressing fiscal deficits,…

Africa News Now May 28, 2025

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Ghanaian Oncology Nurse Wins $250,000 Global Nursing Prize for Advancing Cancer Care in Africa

Naomi Oyoe Ohene Oti, an oncology nurse from Ghana, has been awarded the 2025 Aster Guardians Global Nursing Award, securing a $250,000 prize for her groundbreaking contributions to cancer care…

Africa News Now May 27, 2025

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Ghana Signs MoU with Africa CDC to Boost Epidemic Surveillance and Health Security

Ghana has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) to strengthen cross-border disease surveillance and epidemic preparedness. The agreement, finalized…

Africa News Now May 15, 2025

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Uganda Declares End to Ebola Outbreak After 42 Days Without New Cases

Uganda has officially declared the end of its latest Ebola outbreak after completing 42 days without any new infections, the country’s Health Ministry announced, with confirmation from the World Health…

Africa News Now April 28, 2025

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Lagos Doctor Brings Healthcare to Markets, Reaching Over 400,000 Traders with Mobile Clinics

In the heart of Nigeria’s crowded markets, where traders often work from sunrise to nightfall, healthcare is frequently sacrificed for the demands of daily business. Recognizing this gap, Dr. Yetunde…

Africa News Now April 21, 2025

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Nigeria Battles Deadly Meningitis Outbreak Amid Health System Strain and Vaccine Shortages

Nigeria is facing a fast-moving meningitis outbreak that has claimed at least 151 lives, mostly in northern states, with health officials warning of rising fatalities and limited access to care…

Africa News Now April 9, 2025

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Ghana’s Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang Flown Abroad for Specialized Medical Treatment

Ghana’s Vice President, Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, has been flown abroad for advanced medical treatment following a sudden illness. A statement from the Presidency confirmed that she was initially hospitalized…

Africa News Now March 31, 2025