Source: World Health Organization (WHO) - Ethiopia |

Ethiopia launches 7th edition of the essential medicines list to strengthen Universal Health Coverage

This edition features an expansion of therapeutic categories, incorporating new medicines and dosage forms to meet Ethiopia’s evolving public health needs

The Ethiopian Food and Drug Authority (EFDA) and the Ministry of Health, in collaboration with the World Health Organization Ethiopia country office and other key partners, has officially launched the 7th Edition of the Ethiopian Essential Medicines List (EML). This milestone underscores Ethiopia’s commitment to ensuring equitable access to safe,…

Source: World Health Organization (WHO), Ghana |

Delivery for Impact - Strengthening Ghana’s Health System by Using Data to Improve Quality Healthcare

This initiative ensures that Universal Health Coverage (UHC) is not just about availability but also about delivering high-quality services that improve patient outcomes

Ghana has made great strides in ensuring healthcare services are available to its citizens. However, access alone is not enough—quality matters just as much. To bridge this gap, the Ghana Health Service (GHS), with support from the World Health Organization (WHO) and funding from the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development…

Source: International Rescue Committee (IRC) |

Sudanese Refugees in Libya: Refugees and communities in Alkufra in need of urgent support as regional displacement crisis escalates

With only a limited number of INGOs present in Alkufra the situation will worsen as financial resources to provide support remain limited

As the conflict in Sudan continues to drive mass displacement, an estimated 500 Sudanese refugees are arriving daily in Alkufra, a remote border city in southern Libya. The health system in Alkufra, not designed to support such a large population, is now overwhelmed, leaving many refugees without access to essential…

Source: Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) |

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Launches Regional Tourism Capacity-building Program to Strengthen Economic Integration

The program is implemented in accordance with the approval granted by His Excellency, Dr. Omar Alieu Touray, President of the ECOWAS Commission, for the purpose of capacity building for stakeholders in tourism across all Member States

Recognizing the critical role of tourism as a driver of regional integration and economic growth, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has launched a multi-day capacity-building program in Banjul, The Gambia, on March 17, 2025. This initiative aims to equip stakeholders with the necessary tools to enhance tourism…

Source: Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) |

The Issue of Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated Fishing in West Africa will soon be discussed by Experts from Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Member States in Abidjan

Illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing is a major scourge that undermines stock management efforts, exacerbates overfishing, destroys marine habitats, and degrades the coastal environment

Experts from ECOWAS Member States and Commission, as well as regional organizations dealing with environmental and fisheries issues, are meeting from 18 to 21 March 2025 in Abidjan, Republic of Côte d’Ivoire, to discuss the issue of Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated Fishing (IUU) in West Africa. Initiated by the ECOWAS…

Source: State House Seychelles |

Seychelles: Mrs. Wendy Didon Sworn in as Chairperson of the Electoral Commission

Mrs. Didon's appointment follows recommendations by the Constitutional Appointments Authority (CAA), in accordance with Article 115 of the Constitution of Seychelles

The President of the Republic, Mr. Wavel Ramkalawan, accompanied by First Lady Mrs. Linda Ramkalawan, attended the swearing-in ceremony of Mrs. Wendy Didon as the new Chairperson of the Electoral Commission of Seychelles at State House this morning. Mrs. Didon's appointment follows recommendations by the Constitutional Appointments Authority (CAA), in…

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African Newspage, Project Syndicate Announce Content Partnership

The duo’s content collaboration allows the African Newspage to publish, distribute, reproduce and archive curated commentaries on African and global development in English from Project Syndicate’s content feed across its digital platforms

African Newspage (www.AfricanNewspage.net), a leading Pan-African digital publication reporting Africa’s development, has entered into a content partnership with Project Syndicate (www.Project-Syndicate.org), an international nonprofit media organization that publishes and syndicates original, engaging, and thought-provoking commentaries by global leaders and thinkers on a variety of global topics. Whereas African Newspage seeks to bridge…

Source: State House Seychelles |

Seychelles: President Ramkalawan Presides Over Official Handover of New Seychelles Broadcasting Corporation (SBC) Headquarters

The facility consists of three specialized blocks housing the radio station, television studios, and administrative offices, all equipped with cutting-edge technical equipment

The President of the Republic, Mr. Wavel Ramkalawan, accompanied by Vice President Mr. Ahmad Afif, presided over the official handover ceremony of the new Seychelles Broadcasting Corporation (SBC) headquarters at Union Vale this morning. Funded through a generous grant from the People's Republic of China, construction of the state-of-the-art facility…

Source: United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) |

Peace partners sound alarm on situation in South Sudan and urge leaders to work together to prevent relapse into war

The partners spoke at a virtual meeting of the African Union Peace and Security Council on the situation in South Sudan

Regional and international peace partners are calling on South Sudan’s leaders to take urgent, collective action to de-escalate tensions and prevent a relapse into civil war, which would cause unprecedented suffering and impact the whole region. The partners spoke at a virtual meeting of the African Union Peace and Security…

Source: The World Bank Group |

Human Capital is Key to Reducing Poverty and Boosting Development in Guinea-Bissau

In Guinea-Bissau, cross-cutting constraints such as climate challenges, gender disparities, and fragility hinder the strengthening and preservation of human capital

Some of the key findings from the Human Capital Review, a new World Bank report, highlight that strengthening human capital is crucial for reducing poverty and fostering long-term sustainable growth in Guinea-Bissau. Investments in health, nutrition, social protection, and education are key to enabling individuals to reach their full potential as…

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