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Dr Tedros Ghebreyesus, WHO’s Director General stressed the urgency of the situation, stating that the Mpox outbreaks in DR Congo
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Mpox: WHO launches global response plan

Tuesday, August 27, 2024
Children enjoying a nutritious meal at an Early Childhood Development Centre (ECD) in Nyamasheke District, thanks to the “Gikuriro Kuri Bose” programme that aims to combat stunting. Photo: Craish Bahizi.
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Inside Rwanda's five-year plan to halve child stunting

Tuesday, August 27, 2024
Germany will donate 100,000 mpox vaccine doses from its military stocks.
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Germany to donate 100,000 mpox vaccine doses to Africa

Monday, August 26, 2024
Domitilla Mukantaganzwa, Chairperson of the Rwanda Law Reform Commission (RLRC).
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Experts weigh in after Govt codifies surrogacy

Sunday, August 25, 2024
The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention Africa (CDC) has cautioned countries to be more vigilant on Mpox spread.
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Africa CDC warns countries to be vigilant as mpox spreads to 13 countries

Sunday, August 25, 2024
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Rwanda steps up mpox response, says health minister

Friday, August 23, 2024
Dr Richard Mihigo, Senior Director at Gavi, speaks to the media.
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Vaccine shortage impedes Africa’s mpox response, warns Dr Mihigo

Friday, August 23, 2024
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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.
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Africa CDC, Bavarian Nordic to boost mpox vaccine production in Africa

Monday, August 19, 2024
The percentage of people holding discriminatory attitudes toward individuals living with HIV has significantly decreased, now hovering around or below 10%.
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HIV-related stigma decreases in Rwanda - report

Monday, August 19, 2024
Tamu Tamu Heat Spices Ltd, and Hlaal White Vinegar produced by Cheeter Group Ltd. Courtesy
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Rwanda FDA suspends two vinegar brands

Saturday, August 17, 2024
Pakistan’s health ministry confirmed a case of mpox. Internet
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Mpox detected in Pakistan

Saturday, August 17, 2024
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Rwanda reports four mpox cases linked to travel, reinforces health precautions

Friday, August 16, 2024
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Gavi issues statement on mpox emergency in Africa

Friday, August 16, 2024
WHO Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus.
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Mpox outbreak now a global health emergency: What you need to know

Thursday, August 15, 2024
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Mpox outbreak in Africa declared global health emergency

Thursday, August 15, 2024
Mpox, a viral illness caused by the monkeypox virus.
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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
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Mpox declared public health emergency in Africa

Tuesday, August 13, 2024
Mpox or monkeypox as it is commonly known is an infectious disease caused by the monkeypox virus. Photo internet
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WHO report: New mpox cases in Africa surge by 61% in June

Tuesday, August 13, 2024
Doctors conduct a screening exam at Legacy Clinic in Kigali. File
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Health ministry explains delay in setting new medical tariffs

Tuesday, August 13, 2024