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Joan Mbabazi
Joan Mbabazi
Dr Tedros Ghebreyesus, WHO’s Director General stressed the urgency of the situation, stating that the Mpox outbreaks in DR Congo
Health
Mpox: WHO launches global response plan
Tuesday, August 27, 2024
Africa is just now receiving 10,000 doses, donated by the United States government.
Africa
Africa to receive first mpox vaccines amid global inequity concerns
Monday, August 26, 2024
Workers load goods to be transported to the upcountry commercial centres. File
Proposed consumer protection law seeks to tackle 'unfair' market practices
Sunday, August 25, 2024
Dr Richard Mihigo, Senior Director at Gavi, speaks to the media.
Health
Vaccine shortage impedes Africa’s mpox response, warns Dr Mihigo
Friday, August 23, 2024
Christians seek healing at a waterfall in Nyungwe National Park. Rwanda has closed over 10000 churches that are not meeting minimum standards required by Rwanda Governance Board. Courtesy
Religion
Cultism in Rwanda: Dangerous worship practices spark debate on faith, safety
Thursday, August 22, 2024
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Health
WHO issues guidelines for mpox emergency response
Wednesday, August 21, 2024
Bavarian Nordic, a key player in vaccine production in Denmark, partnered with Africa CDC to boost local vaccine manufacturing capabilities.
Health
Africa CDC, Bavarian Nordic to boost mpox vaccine production in Africa
Monday, August 19, 2024
Philippines reports new mpox case after eight-month break.
International
Philippines reports new mpox case after eight-month break
Monday, August 19, 2024
Pakistan’s health ministry confirmed a case of mpox. Internet
Health
Mpox detected in Pakistan
Saturday, August 17, 2024
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Health
Rwanda reports four mpox cases linked to travel, reinforces health precautions
Friday, August 16, 2024
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Health
Gavi issues statement on mpox emergency in Africa
Friday, August 16, 2024
WHO Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus.
Health
Mpox outbreak now a global health emergency: What you need to know
Thursday, August 15, 2024
Mpox, a viral illness caused by the monkeypox virus.
Health
Mpox ‘a crisis that demands our collective action’ – Africa CDC boss
Wednesday, August 14, 2024
Mpox or monkeypox as it is commonly known is an infectious disease caused by the monkeypox virus. Photo internet
Health
WHO report: New mpox cases in Africa surge by 61% in June
Tuesday, August 13, 2024
Minister of Health Sabin Nsanzimana and Egypt’s Foreign Affairs Minister Dr Badr Abdelaaty during the signing ceremony in Kigali on Monday, August 12. Photo by Joan Mbabazi
Health
Rwanda, Egypt ink deal to support modern heart centre in Kigali
Monday, August 12, 2024
Equity Bank Rwanda commissioned the airlift of 17 scholars who have secured admissions and scholarships at prestigious universities worldwide on August 9. Photos by Dan Gatsinzi
Featured
FEATURED: Equity Bank Rwanda supports 19 students in journey to world-class education
Sunday, August 11, 2024
The World Health Organization on Friday, August 9, issued a call for manufacturers of mpox vaccines to submit an expression of interest for Emergency Use Listing (EUL). Courtesy
Health
WHO seeks mpox vaccine manufacturers for emergency evaluation amid surging outbreak
Saturday, August 10, 2024
Dr Edson Rwagasore, the Division Manager of Public Health Surveillance and Emergency Preparedness and Response at the Rwanda Biomedical Center (RBC).
Health
Mpox cases in Rwanda: One discharged, second still under treatment ‘but not in critical condition’ – official
Thursday, August 08, 2024

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