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Kenya Rolls Out Six-Month HIV Prevention Injection

Kenya has taken a significant step in the fight against HIV by introducing a new long-acting prevention injection that provides protection for up to six months with a single dose. Health officials say the rollout positions the country among the first in
February 28, 2026

Tanzania Drafts Law on Organ Transplants

The Tanzanian government is finalising a groundbreaking law that will not only regulate organ transplantation but also create a clear legal framework for advanced regenerative and aesthetic medical services   including hair restoration, skin rejuvenation, and anti-ageing therapies. The upcoming Organ Transplantation Bill
October 9, 2025

Tanzania Engages U.S. Diplomatically Over New Visa Bond Rule

 The Government of Tanzania has begun diplomatic discussions with the United States following Washington’s recent decision to introduce a visa bond requirement for Tanzanian nationals applying for short-term business and tourist visas. According to an announcement from the U.S. Department of State,
October 9, 2025

Dog Bite Incidents Drop Significantly in Katavi

Dog bite incidents in Katavi Region have shown a notable decline over the past two years, falling from 188 cases in 2023 to 108 in 2025. Officials attribute the reduction to ongoing vaccination campaigns and measures to control stray dogs. Speaking on
October 7, 2025

South African Ambassador Found Dead in Paris Hotel

French authorities have opened an investigation into the death of South Africa’s ambassador to France, Nathi Mthethwa, who was discovered outside a high-rise hotel in Paris on Tuesday, September 30, 2025. According to the Paris prosecutor’s office, the 58-year-old diplomat had been
October 1, 2025

Tanzania Sets Landmark in Hearing Care for Children

A government hospital in Tanzania has set a new benchmark in healthcare after successfully providing cochlear implants to 103 children, making it the first institution in East Africa to achieve such a milestone. The announcement was made during a ceremony today, where
September 30, 2025

Tanzania Strengthens National Nutrition Initiatives

Tanzania is making notable progress in addressing national nutrition challenges, with the government emphasizing the importance of collaboration among stakeholders in the sector. Dr. Germana Leyna, Executive Director of the Tanzania Food and Nutrition Centre, urged all actors involved in nutrition to
September 29, 2025
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