Authorities in the Democratic Republic of Congo confirm the return of Ebola virus after the detection of a first case in the eastern province of North-Kivu, months after the outbreak was declared over. Ebola virus continues to wreak havoc in DR Congo. A woman died last week in the city …
Read More »WHO warns African countries against easing Covid restrictions
The World Health Organization (WHO), has warned African countries leaders against easing restrictions against the coronavirus pandemic. The WHO is concerned as most African countries are rolling back Covid-19 surveillance and quarantine measures. It says this is especially “worrisome in a continent that still has the lowest rates of vaccination …
Read More »WHO concerned about Ebola resurgence in West Africa
The World Health Organization (WHO) through its regional Director in Africa has expressed concern over the resurgence of Ebola in West Africa and activated response efforts. WHO’s Regional Director Matshidiso Moeti said the agency was “ramping up readiness”. Very concerned by reports of 4 suspected Ebola deaths in Guinea. @WHO …
Read More »Covid-19: new variant of South Africa found in four African countries
Botswana, Zambia, Gambia and Kenya have detected a variant of the Covid-19 virus that was first identified in South Africa last year, the World Health Organization (WHO) has said. WHO’s Regional Director for Africa, Matshidiso Moeti, attributed the spread to the movement of people across the continent. “It may also …
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