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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

Rwanda Confirms First Cases of Marburg Virus

The Ministry of Health in Rwanda has confirmed the first cases of the Marburg virus, a serious illness that poses significant health risks. This announcement came yesterday, marking a concerning development in the region. While specific figures regarding the number of infected
September 28, 2024

Cooperative Members Benefit from Expanding Loan Fund

A credit rotation fund launched in September 2021 to support Savings and Credit Cooperative Societies (SACCOS) during the economic disruptions of the Covid-19 pandemic has provided significant relief to its members. To date, 746 members have accessed loans through the fund, which
September 26, 2024

 Africa Demands Representation in UN Security Council

Africa’s push for full representation in the United Nations (UN), especially in the Security Council, is rooted in a complex interplay of historical injustices, contributions to the global order, and a pressing need for the UN’s legitimacy in addressing contemporary threats to
September 25, 2024

Medical Experts Urge Public to Avoid Traditional Treatments

Medical professionals in the Manyara Region are urging residents to refrain from using traditional remedies for treating bone fractures and other serious ailments. This message was delivered  by Dr. Leadry Evarist Malisa, a specialist surgeon at the Manyara Regional Referral Hospital, during
September 25, 2024

Zanzibar Increases Funds to Combat HIV/AIDS Epidemic

Zanzibar has committed 3.4 billion Tanzanian Shillings to bolster efforts in the fight against HIV/AIDS, with a specific focus on monitoring at-risk populations, especially the youth. Harusi Said Suleiman, the state minister in the First Vice President’s Office, made the announcement during
September 21, 2024

Zanzibar Commits to Combat Trachoma with UK Support

Zanzibar’s President and Chairman of the Revolutionary Council, Dr. Hussein Ali Mwinyi, has assured the United Kingdom that the island is making significant strides in controlling and eliminating Trachoma, a major public health concern. This commitment was articulated during a meeting at
September 19, 2024
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