Tuesday, October 6, 2026

Health

August 27, 2026

Nigerians warned against treating malaria, typhoid casually

Youth on Ground Progressive and Mentorship Initiative expressed concern over the prevalence of malaria and typhoid fever among Nigerians.

Mosquito nets
August 27, 2026

Africa to face six million health workers shortage by 2035, WHO warns

The World Health Organisation says Africa faces a projected shortage of more than six million health professionals by 2035.

DOCTORS
August 27, 2026

LAWMA targets 24 Ajah-Lekki facilities for enforcement

LAWMA has identified 24 markets, commercial and institutional facilities along the Ajah-Lekki axis for compliance enforcement.

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August 26, 2026

CAR, DRC, Uganda, Congo, South Sudan commit to stop Bundibugyo Ebola spread

The countries made the agreement in Bangui, C.A.R., on Wednesday. 

briefing on the ongoing Ebola disease outbreak
August 26, 2026

Foundation targets 30% drop in zero-dose children in Zamfara

He described the intervention as timely in addressing the burden of zero-dose children.

Sultan Foundation for Peace and Development
August 26, 2026

WHO, health ministers endorse strategy to give African children ‘best start in life’

Mr Janabi said, “Every child born in Africa carries the promise of our future.”

WHO
August 26, 2026

Expert raises alarm over health risks from abattoir waste

Ms Haruna said untreated abattoir effluents could expose residents to cancer risks.

Abattoir
August 26, 2026

14 newborn babies killed in Pakistan hospital fire

At least 14 newborns were killed after a fire broke out on a hospital ward in Pakistan’s capital, Islamabad, Wednesday morning.

Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS)
August 26, 2026

Bundibugyo Virus: CEPI says $185 million funding gap threatens vaccine access

CEPI has warned that a $185 million funding gap could undermine efforts to develop and ensure equitable access to vaccines against Bundibugyo virus.

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August 25, 2026

Ethiopia mulls turning Addis Ababa into Africa’s healthcare hub

Ethiopia plans to position Addis Ababa as a leading healthcare hub in Africa.

Temesgen Tiruneh