Malawi: United States Delivers Breakthrough HIV Prevention Medication to Malawi

Trump’s Health Aid Strategy Faces Resistance Across Africa

Several African countries are pushing back against the Trump administration’s new bilateral health funding agreements, arguing that the deals prioritize US strategic and commercial interests over equitable partnerships. The agreements, introduced after the dismantling of USAID, require recipient governments to increase domestic health spending while granting US pharmaceutical firms greater opportunities to participate in healthcare []

Zambia Calls for Renewed Global Commitment to End AIDS by 2030

THE Government of the Republic of Zambia has called for renewed global solidarity and sustainable financing to sustain progress in the fight against HIV and AIDS and end the epidemic as a public health threat by 2030. This is according to a press statement issued by Namatama Njekwa, First Secretary for Press and Public Relations at Permanent Mission [] The post Zambia Calls for Renewed Global Commitment to End AIDS by 2030 first appeared on Mwebantu.

Ebola Puts Spotlight on Trump's America First Health Strategy

In this edition of Next Africa, we examine how the Donald Trump administration's America First health strategy is changing the landscape of healthcare across Africa as a growing Ebola outbreak spreads through the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda. Africa CDC chief Jean Kaseya warns that containing the virus will require more funding, not tighter border controls. Plus, Bloomberg's Jennifer Zabasajja speaks with IAVI CEO Mark Feinberg who says clinical trials of a vaccine could begin by the end of this year. (Source: Bloomberg)

Why some African nations are turning down Trump aid money

After dismantling the main US body for delivering foreign assistance last year, the Trump administration is again offering hundreds of millions of dollars to African countries to support their healthcare structures and help fight disease. But the new deals come with conditions attached and as a result, face resistance from some governments. When the initial [] The post Why some African nations are turning down Trump aid money appeared first on The Namibian.

Congo-Kinshasa: DR Congo Announces Free Healthcare for All Illnesses in Ituri As Ebola Gains Ground

[RFI] The government of the Democratic Republic of Congo has announced the introduction of free healthcare for all diseases in Ituri - a pilot project that authorities hope to extend nationwide. This comes as the country struggles to contain an Ebola outbreak, with confirmed cases now at over 1,000.

US sends experimental Ebola drug to DRC as outbreak trials expand

The United States is stepping into a more direct role in the Ebola response in the Democratic Republic of Congo by supplying doses of an experimental antibody drug for use in clini...

Frontline of Care: How Sofia Health Centre III Is Putting Uganda’s Decentralisation Agenda to the Test

BUSIA MUNICIPALITY — Health officials in Busia Municipality have commended the government for its continued efforts to bring vital medical services closer to local communities. ​Every morning, dozens of patients gather outside Sofia Health Centre III seeking outpatient treatment, antenatal care, childhood immunisation, and other essential medical services. For many residents, this government facility represents [] The post Frontline of Care: How Sofia Health Centre III Is Putting Uganda’s Decentralisation Agenda to the Test appeared first on Watchdog Uganda.

CHAG, government and partners chart new path for people-centred healthcare

The Christian Health Association of Ghana (CHAG), the Ministry of Health and development partners have pledged to strengthen healthcare delivery through closer collaboration and increased investment in frontline health facilities. The commitment includes expanding access to underserved communities, improving the quality of care and accelerating the implementation of the government’s Free Primary Healthcare programme. The []

Kenya's Vaccine Manufacturing Push Signals a New Chapter for Africa's Health Sovereignty

Kenya's Vaccine Manufacturing Push Signals a New Chapter for Africa's Health Sovereignty

Guinée : le gouvernement veut transformer son système de santé au bénéfice des communautés

Afin de rapprocher durablement les services de santé des populations, en particulier des communautés les plus vulnérables, le ministère de la Santé et de l’Hygiène publique a procédé, ce mercredi 24 juin 2026, au lancement officiel du projet de transformation du système de santé guinéen. La cérémonie a réuni des cadres de la Présidence de [] The post Guinée : le gouvernement veut transformer son système de santé au bénéfice des communautés first appeared on Guineematin.com.

Bringing HIV care closer to people in The Gambia

Geneva, Switzerland, 09 July 2026- /African Media Agency (AMA)/ – In The Gambia, a visit to the clinic for HIV services is no longer just one step in a long process: clients now experience bespoke, integrated delivery of care. At the heart of this shift is differentiated service delivery, led by the Ministry of Health []

U.S., South Sudan sign $166 million health partnership

The United States and South Sudan’s transitional government have signed a three-year memorandum of understanding The post U.S., South Sudan sign 166 million health partnership appeared first on Radio Tamazuj.

South Sudan, US sign $146 million health deal

The government of South Sudan and the United States have signed a partnership agreement on health cooperation worth 146 million US dollars aimed at strengthening the country’s health system and improving resilience against disease outbreaks. The Memorandum of Understanding was signed on Friday in Juba by the Undersecretary in the Ministry of Health, Dr. Oromo [] The post South Sudan, US sign 146 million health deal appeared first on Eye Radio.

GHS steps up malaria fight as rains set in

The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has intensified efforts to prevent malaria with the onset of the rainy season, rolling out two major interventions expected to protect about 1.5 million children each from the disease. The interventions; the Seasonal Malaria Chemoprevention (SMC) campaign and the school-based distribution of insecticide-treated nets (ITNs), form part of the country’s The post GHS steps up malaria fight as rains set in appeared first on Ghanaian Times.

US Embassy releases statement on ongoing efforts to arrest Ghanaian fraudsters targeting Americans

The US government pledges enhanced collaboration with Ghana to combat fraud targeting Americans, strengthening ties and protecting citizens from financial scams.

Holy See: Leave no one behind in care and prevention of AIDS

At the UN High-Level Meeting on HIV/AIDS, the Holy See highlights progress made in combating the disease while urging greater efforts to ensure access to treatment for all, especially children and vulnerable communities. Read all

Uganda deploys medical teams to help Congo tackle Ebola outbreak

Uganda's Minister of Health Chris Baryomunsi said his country would deploy medical experts and establish new Ebola treatment centers in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo as the two neighbors deepen cross-border cooperation to contain the outbreak. #News #Reuters #Newsfeed #health #ebola #uganda #democraticrepublicofcongo cratic Read the story here: https://reut.rs/3Rm7NMk 👉 Subscribe: https://reut.rs/4b8fRGn Keep up with the latest news from around the world: https://www.reuters.com/ Follow Reuters on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on X: https://twitter.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reuters/?hl=en

World : Africa CDC, WHO Launch Unified Platform To Support Ebola Response

KIGALI (Rwanda), June 29 (Bernama-Anadolu) -- The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) announced the launch of a new platform Sunday to support continental health emergency capabilities amid the ongoing Ebola virus outbreak in the region, Anadolu Ajansi reported.

US Strikes Deal for Kenya’s Rare Earth Minerals

The United States has struck a preliminary agreement with Kenya involving the massive Mrima Hill rare earth and niobium deposit, estimated to be worth roughly 62.4 billion. The press is portraying this as a victory for Washington over Beijing, but that interpretation misses the larger picture. What we are witnessing is the next phase of []

Nigeria Reaffirms Commitment to Bilateral Ties with Malawi

The Nigerian Government has congratulated the Republic of Malawi on the occasion of its Independence Anniversary, reaffirming its commitment to strengthening bilateral relations and expanding cooperation between the two countries. In a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the ministry’s spokesperson, Kimiebi Ebienfa, said the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, extended [] The post Nigeria Reaffirms Commitment to Bilateral Ties with Malawi appeared first on Voice of Nigeria.

DR Congo opens second Ebola treatment centre [Africanews Today]

Africa Today: DR Congo boosts Ebola care, Tanzania deploys security ahead of protests