Mr Kaseya said the outbreak has escalated within five months from a national emergency into a major continental health security challenge.
Mr Pate emphasised that investing in nursing and midwifery education is essential to building healthier communities.
Nigeria slipped down six places from its previous 116th position in the 2025 Index to rank 121st in the newly released 2026 Index released on Thursday.
African environment ministers have strengthened cooperation through regional coalitions and harmonised strategies to address the continent’s ecological challenges.
Some health experts have called on African countries to strengthen ownership of health workforce development and increase domestic financing.
A Nigerian member of the United Nations Independent International Fact-Finding Mission for the Sudan, Joy Ezeilo, warned that escalating attacks endanger civilians.
Morocco placed fourth in Africa and 79th globally in the 2026 Chandler Good Government Index, which assessed the capabilities and effectiveness of governments across 133 countries.
Mr Nshimiye participated in attacking Tutsi men and women, including by striking them on the head with a club.
NUSA pledged to work more closely with Nigeria’s high commissioner to South Africa, Femi Fani-Kayode, to promote the welfare of Nigerians living there.
The U.S. further accused the RDF of supplying M23 with weapons.
