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U.S. Embassy in Ethiopia
Source: U.S. Embassy in Ethiopia |

United States of America (US) Government and Ethiopia: Sustaining Gains and Accelerating Progress Toward Ending the HIV Epidemic

PEPFAR supports the Government of Ethiopia, local partners, and communities to deliver care to 98 percent of people living with HIV on treatment

For over two decades, the US Government through the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), has provided vital support to over 50 countries worldwide, helping them recover from the devastating impact of AIDS while enhancing the health and well-being of millions. PEPFAR has harnessed the collective strength and expertise…

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Source: FIND |

FIND, Unitaid support launch of diaTROPIX, Institut Pasteur de Dakar’s new regional diagnostics manufacturer advancing high-quality diagnostics for the continent and beyond

The African continent is one of the largest consumers of rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs) globally, with over half a billion tests used annually, particularly for malaria and HIV

Today, as part of its 100th anniversary celebrations, the Institut Pasteur de Dakar (IPD) will inaugurate the new diaTROPIX diagnostic manufacturing site in Mbao. This facility is one of just a few high-volume production sites in the region to achieve an international quality management standard (ISO 13485-certification) for rapid diagnostic…

World Health Organization (WHO) - South Sudan
Source: World Health Organization (WHO) - South Sudan |

United Nations (UN) backs cholera vaccination in South Sudan

The UN has trained and deployed rapid response teams, as well as delivering 22 metric tons of medical and cholera supplies to Renk, Malakal, Juba, and Bentiu

Vaccinations have begun in response to a cholera outbreak in South Sudan.  Since 28 October 2024, a total of 2555 cases and 32 deaths have been reported, about 37% of them children. Some 150 000 people in Renk County are set to receive the life-saving vaccinations, procured and delivered with…

Ministry of Health, Kenya
Source: Ministry of Health, Kenya |

Kenya Hosts the 55th United Nations Programme on HIV and AIDS (UNAIDS) Programme Coordinating Board (PCB) Meeting

This marks the first time in 18 years that the meeting is being held in Africa, with Lusaka having hosted it last in 2006

Kenya is hosting the 55th UNAIDS Programme Coordinating Board (PCB) meeting from December 10th to 12th, 2024. This marks the first time in 18 years that the meeting is being held in Africa, with Lusaka having hosted it last in 2006. Africa, being the continent most affected by the HIV epidemic, makes…

United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS)
Source: United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) |

United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) appoints artist Funke Akindele as National Goodwill Ambassador for Nigeria

Over the past two decades, Funke Akindele has consistently broken barriers and used her platform to amplify social impact issues, influence positive change, and champion causes that matter

The Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) is pleased to announce the appointment of Funke Akindele, a multiple award-winning actress, movie producer and director, as its new National Goodwill Ambassador (GWA) for Nigeria. This prestigious nomination recognizes Funke Akindele’s outstanding contributions to the fight against HIV and her unwavering…

Ministry of Health, Kenya
Source: Ministry of Health, Kenya |

Kenya Marks World Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) Day 2024 with Renewed Commitment to Ending Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)

Kenya has made significant progress in its HIV response, with 98% of adults living with HIV receiving treatment by the end of 2023, and 97% achieving viral suppression

Kenya commemorated World AIDS Day 2024 with a call to action and a renewed commitment to eliminating HIV as a public health threat.  The national event, held at Nyayo Stadium, was attended by Cabinet Secretary for Health, Dr. Deborah M. Barasa, Principal Secretaries Mr. Harry Kimtai (Medical Services) and Ms.…

World Health Organization (WHO) - Rwanda
Source: World Health Organization (WHO) - Rwanda |

Multi-month Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) treatment dispensing improves care in Rwanda

People living with HIV who had been on treatment for at least 18 months and demonstrated good adherence and achieved successful viral suppression could refill their HIV treatment every three months

Esther Uwababyeyi's journey with HIV began at a young age. "Since the age of three, I've been on HIV treatment,” she says. Born in 2002, Uwababyeyi was infected during her mother’s pregnancy, a time when access to HIV treatment for women living with HIV was just starting to improve. Now…

Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Liberia
Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Liberia |

Liberia: President Boakai Declares December 1, 2024 World Aids Day

The Proclamation calls on all Ministries and Agencies of Government, local and international organizations as well as the general public to join the National Aids commission

The President of the Republic of Liberia, His Excellency Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., has by Proclamation declared Sunday, December 1, 2024 as “World AIDS Day” to be observed throughout the Republic on Monday, December 2, 2024 as a working holiday, in recognition of the immense contribution of the United Nations to combat HIV…

Médecins sans frontières (MSF)
Source: Médecins sans frontières (MSF) |

Médecins sans frontières (MSF) to roll out injectable Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) prevention drug in southern Africa

Increasing access to this long-acting preventive medicine could be a game changer in curbing the spread of HIV/AIDS

As World AIDS Day approaches on December 1, Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is preparing to roll out long-acting cabotegravir (CAB-LA) for pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) in its projects in southern Africa. CAB-LA, administered as an injection every two months, has been described as a potential game changer in the fight…

World Health Organization (WHO) - Nigeria
Source: World Health Organization (WHO) - Nigeria |

Addressing the challenges of antimicrobial resistance in Africa

Empowering communities to take ownership of AMR interventions is very key

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is one of the top global public health and development threats. About 4.71 million deaths were linked to bacterial AMR in 2021 alone, with sub-Saharan Africa accounting for highest mortality rates. AMR could be responsible for up to 2 million deaths in Africa by 2050, underscoring the need…