Biovac has begun clinical trials for South Africa’s first domestically developed oral cholera vaccine, a groundbreaking milestone for Africa’s health security. As an International Finance Corporation (IFC) client, Biovac’s progress signals a major step toward regional vaccine independence and…
State of Global Air 2024 report shows air pollution accounted for 8.1 million deaths globally in 2021, over 15% being children under five
Sierra Leone, joining the convention now, counts 57 Parties, 13 of which are from Africa, an indication of a continent-wide recognition
Copper plays a critical role in the race to green transition, driving its demand. Governments and corporations increasingly invest in mining and exploration, much to the detriment of the environment, and with negative impacts on local communities. For…
Protecting workers from extreme heat stress is not just a health imperative but an economic necessity that needs urgency
Mental health covers our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It’s shaped by our environment and the experiences we process
Climate change has been associated with the rise in infectious diseases. As the planet warms, fungi are evolving in dangerous ways, threatening our health, food security, and healthcare systems. A study by Norman van Rhijn at the University of…
Civil society organizations issued several key recommendations; like a call for stronger transparency and accountability in public funds
Rwanda’s Ministry of Health did widespread training for healthcare workers across the country to reduce spread of Marburg virus disease.
The statistics show that in 2024 Kenya recorded over 3.3 million malaria cases, with coastal and lake regions bearing the heaviest burden.