17 Sep, 24

Boost Health Spending to Save Children from Malnutrition, The Goalkeepers Report 2024 Urges Leaders

Boost Health Spending to Save Children from Malnutrition, The Goalkeepers Report 2024 Urges Leaders New modeling shows that 40 million more children will suffer from hunger’s worst effects by 2050 due to climate change, but immediate action could boost health and spur economic growth. By Daniel Otunge In the 2024 Goalkeepers Report released today, the […]
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13 Sep, 24

Political Leadership Support is Critical for Advancing Biotechnology

Political Leadership Support is Critical for Advancing Biotechnology By Joyce Ojanji African governments have been urged to prioritize investment in biotechnology research and development to address pressing challenges in the sector, including climate change, pests and diseases, and declining soil fertility. The African ministers from six countries, including Rwanda, Malawi, Mozambique, Zambia and Eswatini called […]
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12 Sep, 24

Small Arms Proliferation in Africa a Security, Environment Threat

Small Arms Proliferation in Africa a Security, Environment Threat By Kelsey Hera The unprecedented proliferation of small arms and light weapons (SALW) is posing an immediate security challenge to communities in Africa. It has been a global concern, not only for security and political stability but also for the environment and sustainable development. Small arms […]
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10 Sep, 24

What It will take to Deliver Finance for Adaptation in Africa

What It will take to Deliver Finance for Adaptation in Africa By Thuku Kariuki and Daniel Furnad From the frequent extreme weather events in recent years, there is overwhelming evidence that Africa suffers disproportionately from the adverse effects of climate change. This is despite the continent’s minimal contribution to the crisis. While various programs aimed […]
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26 Aug, 24

Researchers Urged to Improve Communication of Their Work

Researchers Urged to Improve Communication of Their Work By Joyce Ojanji Researchers have been urged to develop practical strategies for communicating complex research information in a clear and understandable way. The Kenya Head of Public Service, Felix Koskei speaking at the National Research Festival said scientists and researchers must move beyond their intellectual comfort zones […]
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Mpox Outbreak: WHO Scaling Up Response

Mpox Outbreak: WHO Scaling Up Response By Sharon Atieno With at least 15 African countries reporting mpox outbreak, the World Health Organization (WHO) has elevated the disease response to the highest level requiring organization-wide mobilization and scale-up. Key among the steps being taken is the scheduled meeting between the WHO Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus […]
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09 Aug, 24

Solar-Powered Refrigerators Boosting Polio Vaccine Coverage in Nigeria

Solar-Powered Refrigerators Boosting Polio Vaccine Coverage in Nigeria By Treezer Michelle Atieno Immunization is recognized as one of the most successful and cost-effective public health interventions in history, saving approximately two to three million lives each year. The polio vaccine is one such intervention. “Polio is a highly contagious viral disease that affects the nervous […]
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Kenya: How a Non-Profit Fights Antifungal Drug Resistance among Sex Workers in Kisumu County

Kenya: How a Non-Profit Fights Antifungal Drug Resistance among Sex Workers in Kisumu County By Philder Odanga Susan Otieno, a 35-year-old sex worker, smiles with assurance as a gynaecologist conducts a test to establish if she has any infections. It is easy to tell her confidence level from a distance as she undergoes a test […]
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