West Africa

Togolese health minister elected president of the 71st session of the WHO regional committee

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Professor Moustafa MIJIYAWA Minister in charge of health-Togo, is elected president of the 71st session of the WHO regional committee. He will be assisted by his colleagues from Botswana and Sao Tome and in principle as vice-chairmen. The WHO Regional Committee for Africa is the Organization’s decision-making body for health …

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Burkina Faso: 47 dead in a clash between militants and government forces

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At least 47 people, including 30 civilians have been killed in a clash between Islamist militants and government troops, in northern Burkina Faso. The ministry of communication said 19 others are wounded after suspected jihadists raided a military convoy escorting civilians on Wednesday. The army said government troops had “neutralised” …

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