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Escalating Violence Against Healthcare Workers in South Sudan Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) has strongly condemned the abduction of a Ministry of Health (MoH) staff member from an MSF ambulance in South Sudan’s Morobo County, Central Equatoria State, on 25 July 2025. The incident occurred around 10:00 am and involved armed individuals who intercepted the ambulance during a routine transport of …

Company Rebranding and Office Relocation GLICO Healthcare LTD has officially rebranded itself as GLICO Health Insurance LTD. This change became effective on April 7, 2025. The rebranding is a significant step in the company’s evolution, reflecting its growing focus on health insurance solutions while maintaining its core values and commitment to customers. The name change does not impact the company’s …

Recognition of Health Workers During Conflict Dr. Nawara Abu Mohamed, a member of the Transitional Sovereignty Council (TSC), has acknowledged the vital contributions of health workers during the Battle of Dignity, one of the most critical conflict zones in Sudan. Her commendation highlights the essential role these professionals play in delivering medical care to citizens amid ongoing challenges. In addition …

The Struggle for Sustainable Funding in African Development As global financial aid continues to decline, the challenges faced by low-income countries are becoming increasingly complex. Experts have raised concerns about the growing risks that this decline poses, urging regional stakeholders to seek alternative funding sources to support development initiatives. This shift is particularly critical for African nations, which rely heavily …

The Hidden Dangers of Plastic Toys When Nelly Wanjiru, a mother of two from Nairobi, watched her toddler chew on a bright red plastic toy car, she didn’t think twice. “It’s just harmless play and I have even washed it with hot water,” she recalls. However, a recent report from the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) warns that such everyday …

Tanzania’s New Business Licensing Order Tanzania has implemented a new business licensing order that restricts foreign nationals from operating certain types of businesses within the country. This move, known as the “Business Licencing (Prohibition of Business Activities for Non-Citizens Order) 2025,” has blocked 15 categories of businesses. The directive aims to prioritize Tanzanian citizens in key economic sectors and is …

A New Era of Health Collaboration: Launching PAMTA The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) and the European Commission have announced the launch of the Partnership to Accelerate Mpox Testing and Sequencing in Africa (PAMTA). This initiative marks a significant step forward in strengthening health systems across the continent, particularly in response to the Mpox outbreak. The …

Nepal’s Path to Sustainable Growth and Job Creation Nepal has made remarkable progress in reducing poverty over the past few decades, with significant improvements in infrastructure, education, health, and digital connectivity. These achievements have laid a strong foundation for further development. However, the next phase of growth must focus on sustainable, inclusive, and transformative development. This transition requires creating jobs, …

The Transformation of Primary Healthcare in Nigeria The incoming managing director of Fidson Healthcare Plc, Mr. Biola Adebayo, has shared insights into the ongoing revitalisation of Primary Healthcare Centres (PHCs) across Nigeria. He highlighted that these efforts are already yielding significant results by reducing pressure on secondary and tertiary health facilities and improving access to affordable medicine for millions of …

Public Figure Speaks Out Against Body Shaming Marlène Schiappa, a well-known public figure, has recently shared her experience of facing negative comments about her appearance, particularly during her pregnancy. On July 29, 2025, she used her social media platform to express her frustration with the judgments she received online. Her message was clear: it’s time to embrace self-confidence and accept …