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Concerted Efforts Needed to Eliminate Bilharzia in Africa

Concerted Efforts Needed to Eliminate Bilharzia in Africa By Sharon Atieno Though more than 200 million people worldwide are affected by schistosomiasis (bilharzia), Africa bears the biggest brunt reporting nine out of ten cases globally. As such, a multi-sectoral approach involving research, community engagement, and strong political commitment is crucial to combat the disease. This […]

10 Feb, 25

Better Reporting on Road Safety Can Save Lives – Report

Better Reporting on Road Safety Can Save Lives – Report By Gift Briton The media can influence public perception and policy decisions, including fostering a more informed public discourse to address the increasing number of road traffic deaths in Africa. Yet, as new research highlights, the current media reporting practices have significant gaps. The report, […]

10 Feb, 25

Climate Change, Land Sub-division, Infrastructure Development Threaten Kenya’s Biodiversity

Climate Change, Land Sub-division, Infrastructure Development Threaten Kenya’s Biodiversity By Duncan Mboyah Climate change, sub-division of land and ongoing infrastructure development threaten Kenya’s biodiversity, a 2024 study conducted by Nature Kenya reveals. The study, ‘The State of Kenya’s Key Biodiversity Areas’ undertaken from 2023 looked into 68 of the country’s biodiversity hotspots. Paul Gacheru, sites […]

Shift from Reactive to Anticipatory Actions in Disaster Management, FAO Urges

Shift from Reactive to Anticipatory Actions in Disaster Management, FAO Urges By Duncan Mboyah The Food and Agricultural Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has called for a shift from reactive to anticipatory actions in management of drought, floods, conflict, and displacement in the Horn of Africa (HoA) region. Andrea Berloffa, senior emergency and rehabilitation […]

10 Feb, 25

Kenya Launches Initiative to Improve Availability, Accessibility to Quality Milk

Kenya Launches Initiative to Improve Availability, Accessibility to Quality Milk By Duncan Mboyah Kenya has launched a four-year initiative aimed at improving the availability and accessibility of safe, affordable and quality milk for consumption. The initiative, known as ‘MoreMilk’, also aims to enhance milk regulatory compliance and market access for small dairy businesses. Dr. Joshua […]

Uganda Starts Clinical Trial for Ebola Sudan Strain Vaccine

Uganda Starts Clinical Trial for Ebola Sudan Strain Vaccine By Joyce Ojanji In a historic move, Uganda, in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO) and other global partners, has launched the first-ever clinical trial for a vaccine targeting the Sudan species of the Ebola virus. The trial, initiated just four days after the confirmation […]

Guinea Eliminates Sleeping Sickness

Guinea Eliminates Sleeping Sickness By Sharon Atieno Guinea has eliminated the human African trypanosomiasis (HAT) or sleeping sickness as a public health problem. It has managed to control the gambiense form of the disease to below the World Health Organization (WHO)’s threshold of one case per 10 000 inhabitants in all endemic areas. With symptoms […]

Africa Urged to Transition to Just, Inclusive Circular Economy Model

Africa Urged to Transition to Just, Inclusive Circular Economy Model By Christabel Ligami Transitioning to a just and inclusive circular economy in Africa presents a unique opportunity to create jobs, stimulate sustainable economic growth, and reduce pressure on natural resources, say experts and representatives attending a two-day validation workshop for the review of a Circular […]

05 Feb, 25

Fall Armyworm Invasion: How Science is Offering Solutions

Fall Armyworm Invasion: How Science is Offering Solutions By Milliam Murigi As climate change intensifies, rising temperatures and increasingly unpredictable weather patterns create ideal conditions for spreading pests that threaten agriculture. Among these is the fall armyworm (Spodoptera frugiperda), a destructive pest that has ravaged crops in over 44 African countries. Originally native to the […]

Menstrual Health Still a Cause for Concern in Developing Nations

Menstrual Health Still a Cause for Concern in Developing Nations By Joyce Ojanji Thousands of women and girls in low- and middle-income countries are missing out on school, work, and social life every month due to menstruation, a new study published in The Lancet Global Health reveals. The study, which analyzed data from over three […]