Nigerian Startup Medbankr Launches Patient-Controlled Medical Records Platform
LAGOS, NIGERIA — Nigerian healthtech startup Medbankr has launched a patient-controlled medical records platform, providing encrypted storage where individuals manage their personal […]
Ghana Health Service Urges Systems Reform for Chronic Disease Care
ACCRA, GHANA — The Ghana Health Service has called for comprehensive health system reforms and improved primary care delivery for non-communicable disease […]
Nigeria and WHO Target Safer Chronic Disease Care Systems
ABUJA, NIGERIA — Nigeria’s Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, in collaboration with the World Health Organization, has launched a renewed […]
South Africa HIV and TB Hotline Shuts After Funding Ends
CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA — South Africa’s national clinical advice line for frontline health workers treating HIV and tuberculosis has officially gone […]
African Medical Centre of Excellence Opens in Abuja
ABUJA, NIGERIA — The African Medical Centre of Excellence has opened in Abuja, offering specialist oncology, cardiovascular, and haematology services. Operating as […]
Nigeria Lassa Fever Deaths Reach 259 as Fatality Climbs
ABUJA, NIGERIA — Nigeria has recorded 259 deaths from Lassa fever in 2026, with 1,086 confirmed cases reported across 24 states and […]
Kenya Health Summit 2026 Advances Universal Health Coverage Progress
NAIROBI, KENYA — Kenya’s 2026 Health Summit brought together government officials, healthcare sector leaders, international partners, and civil society to discuss universal […]
World Bank Invests $335M in Kenya Health Systems
NAIROBI, KENYA — The World Bank has approved a $335-million investment package targeting Kenya’s public health sector. The commitment reflects international prioritization […]
Ghana HIV Incidence Falls 14%, Advances Toward Elimination
ACCRA, GHANA — Ghana has documented a 14-percent decline in estimated human immunodeficiency virus incidence over the past 18 months, reflecting the […]