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Zambia is resisting a U.S. deal linking health funding to minerals - what's the hold up?
Zambia and the U.S. are in disagreement over proposed health and critical mineral agreements. The Zambian government has concerns about the terms, leading to stalled negotiations - but why are they hesitating?
Discover the hidden costs and profound impact of Ghana's sanitation crisis, and why access to basic amenities remains a distant dream for many.
Ghana faces a critical public health challenge as preventable illnesses linked to unsafe water and poor sanitation claim thousands of lives
Despite progress, TB continues to pose a serious public health challenge in Europe - but what are the key concerns?
A new WHO report indicates that tuberculosis remains a major health threat in Europe. The report highlights a worrying rise in drug-resistant TB - and experts warn that the region is not on track to meet global targets.
The WHO warns a vaccine could take nine months - what challenges are health workers facing right now?
The WHO is warning that a vaccine against the Bundibugyo species of Ebola could take nine months to develop- as the death toll rises. The organization says that the rarity of this species means there are fewer tools to stop it.
The UN injects millions to fight Ebola- but will it be enough to stop a potential global crisis?
The UN is releasing $60 million to combat a deadly Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo- and surrounding nations. The emergency funds are being deployed to enact an aggressive containment strategy, but the success of the plan hinges on one key factor.
UMA donated equipment to a CHPS compound - but what challenges were they facing before this?
The Underground Mining Alliance (UMA)-Subika has engaged with the Amomaso CHPS compound. The donation of medical equipment aims to address a critical need - but what impact will it have on healthcare access?
Discover why less than 15% of Ghana's traditional medicine practitioners are registered and the implications for public health.
Ghana's Traditional Medicine Practice Council (TMPC) faces a significant challenge with the vast majority of practitioners unregistered. This
During a trial concerning social media's impact on children, Instagram's top executive discussed the usage of a key safety feature.
Instagram's head, Adam Mosseri, testified in a trial regarding Meta Platforms' alleged design of Instagram and Facebook to addict children. The
Discover how the Tano South Municipal Assembly plans to tackle dangerous road conditions and unauthorized revenue collection in the region.
The Tano South Municipal Assembly is addressing a public safety crisis on major highways due to excessive speeding and a lack of speed-calming
The SLTF starts disbursing funds under the No Academic Fees programme - but will it reach everyone in time?
The Students Loan Trust Fund (SLTF) has begun disbursing funds to students in public tertiary institutions under the No Academic Fees policy for the 2025/2026 academic year. The initiative aims to ease the financial burden on students - but what challenges might they still face?
Discover how new resolutions could transform healthcare in Africa by formally recognizing traditional medicine.
The Pan-African Parliament has adopted resolutions championed by Mr. Frank Annoh-Dompreh, pushing for legal recognition of traditional medicine
A global summit in Ghana aims to tackle the rise in non-communicable diseases-but can research deliver real-world solutions?
Global health leaders and policymakers convened in Accra for an NIHR symposium-focusing on tackling the surge in non-communicable diseases (NCDs) worldwide. The meeting explored strategies for sustainable health interventions across continents-but the impact remains to be seen.
A new collaboration seeks to uncover the true scope of drug use across Ghana, promising to reshape national strategies.
NACOC and UPSA have partnered for a nationwide survey on drug use to gather data for policy and interventions. This initiative aims to provide
The Minority is pointing to hidden figures in the Bank of Ghana's report - but what do they mean?
Ghana's Minority caucus is raising concerns about the Bank of Ghana's financial health based on recently released statements. They are accusing the central bank of obscuring the true extent of its financial difficulties - but what could this mean for the nation's economy?
Discover why the Ministry of the Interior has granted a significant extension for firearm licence renewals across Ghana.
Ghana's Ministry of the Interior has extended the deadline for private firearm licence renewals. This decision comes amidst recent widespread
Despite a reported 60% hospital bed occupancy nationwide, patients are still being turned away-what's the real reason behind this paradox?
Ghana's Deputy Health Minister, Dr. Grace Ayensu-Danquah, addressed Parliament's Economy and Development Committee regarding the persistent 'no-bed
Discover the crucial reasons behind the Ministry of Health's decision to grant a final extension for healthcare professionals to report to their
The Ministry of Health has extended the reporting deadline for recently recruited nurses and allied health professionals to various districts. This
A new healthcare policy aims to fix 'no bed syndrome' - but how will the government make it happen?
Health Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh says the government is implementing a free primary healthcare policy. The goal is to shift the focus to prevention - and that could have implications for hospitals.