Malaria and rising child mortality put African health at a crossroads
The latest WHO World Malaria Report 2025 highlights a critical reality: malaria remains one of Africa’s most pressing health challenges. With an estimated 282 million cases and approximately 610,000 deaths globally in 2024, the African Region continues to account for most of the burden, particularly among children under five. Five countries; namely Nigeria, Democratic Republic of Congo, Ethiopia,
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Africa’s Nicotine Moment: What to Watch in 2026
By Joseph Magero As Africa moves into 2026, the continent is quietly becoming one of the most consequential battlegrounds for the future of tobacco harm reduction. With a fast-growing population, limited healthcare capacity, and millions of adult smokers, policy decisions taken in the next year will determine whether smoking declines rapidly or remains entrenched for
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E-cigarette users face up to $190 fines in Vietnam
People who use e-cigarettes or heated tobacco products in Vietnam will face fines ranging from VND3 million to VND5 million (US$114–190) and will be required to destroy the products, a government decree stipulates. Under Decree No. 371, which takes effect on Dec. 31, individuals who allow the use of e-cigarettes or heated tobacco products at
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Uganda approves groundbreaking twice-yearly HIV PrEP drug
Uganda’s National Drug Authority approved Lenacapavir, a twice-yearly injectable pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) for HIV prevention, on January 5, 2025. The drug was developed by US-based Gilead Sciences. Clinical trials showed it prevents HIV infection with 100 per cent effectiveness in high-risk groups. “Uganda’s National Drug Authority has just approved Lenacapavir, a twice-yearly dose of PrEP
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UNICEF Hands Over ICT Devices to Boost Digital Learning in Zimbabwe
By Staff Reporter UNICEF has handed over more than 3,600 information and communication technology devices to the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education in a move aimed at strengthening access to quality digital learning in some of Zimbabwe’s most disadvantaged schools. The handover includes 815 laptops, 708 projectors and 2,112 tablets, which will be distributed
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Zimbabwe’s Deadliest Epidemic Is on the Roads: A Call to Save Lives in 2026
By Dr Grant Murewanhema Road traffic accidents have become a problem of major public health concern in Zimbabwe over the past few years, competing or surpassing some of the serious diseases in claiming the lives of people. More often than not, they claim the lives of young and able-bodied people with the potential to contribute
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Prof Smelly Dube’s year of triumph at home and abroad
By Staff Reporter River Valley Group of Companies Chief Executive Ambassador Proffessor Smelly Dube has ended the year 2025 on a high note at home and abroad after clinching the Zimbabwe CEO’s Network top award to complete a sweep of accolades both in Zimbabwe and Africa at large. During the festive season, Prof Dube also
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Ebola Outbreak in the DRC Declared Over
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has been declared over after 42 days without any new cases and following the recovery of the last confirmed patient. “This success is the result of exceptional determination and exemplary coordination,” said Dr Jean Kaseya, Director General of the Africa Centres for Disease Prevention and
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Harare Clinics Welcome 42 Christmas Babies Amid Festive Cheer
By Staff Reporter Harare recorded 42 babies, a slight decline from what was recorded in 2024 across polyclinics around the city. Announcing the figures through his official Facebook account, Harare Mayor Jacob Mafume expressed delight at the safe arrivals while noting the significance of the day for the newborns and their families. “Forty-two babies were
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Zambia Provides Emergency Medicines to Botswana Amid Regional Health Solidarity
By Staff Reporter Zambia has dispatched a consignment of essential medicines to Botswana, which is grappling with critical shortages affecting the management of major health conditions, the Ministry of Health has announced. In a statement released Friday, the Ministry confirmed that government facilitated the provision of 20 tonnes of medical supplies to support Botswana’s response
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