The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) in Jigawa State has raised alarm over the increasing number of doctors leaving the state due to poor salaries and harsh working conditions. The association …
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W Health Ventures Plans $100 m for Indian Health Startup Growth
W Health Ventures, a health-focused investment company, is planning to raise a new fund of $70 million (about ₦105 billion) with a possibility of going as high as $100 million …
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USAID Pullout: Yobe, Nigeria Called to Action
For years, Nigeria has depended on foreign help to support important services like health care, education, nutrition, and child protection. One of the biggest sources of this help was the …
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African Countries Worry as UK Reduces Foreign Aid Budget Again
The United Kingdom’s decision to cut down its foreign aid budget even further has sparked serious concerns across Africa, with experts warning that the move could affect key development programmes …
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NHIA Expands Cancer, Fistula Care Services Through New Partnerships and Accreditation Drive
The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has announced major progress in its efforts to improve healthcare access and reduce the burden of medical costs on Nigerians, particularly those battling cancer …
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Ghana Pays $25m Vaccine Co-Financing, Reinforces Commitment to Child Health
The Government of Ghana has fulfilled its 2025 vaccine co-financing obligation by making a full payment of $25 million, a key milestone that signals renewed commitment to child health and …
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The World Health Organisation (WHO) has raised fresh concerns over the growing number of children who are missing out on vital vaccinations across the world. According to the organisation, more …
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Rwanda Hosts Flying Eye Hospital for Free Eye Surgery, Medical Training
For the first time, Rwanda is playing host to the Flying Eye Hospital — a world-class aircraft turned into a mobile eye surgery and training centre. The programme, which begins …
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In northern Gaza, the desperation for food has reached a critical level, as hundreds of Palestinians were seen chasing a truck carrying flour in a frantic bid to secure something …
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UK Cuts Foreign Aid to Boost Defence, Africa Faces Hardest Hit
The United Kingdom has announced a major cut to its foreign aid budget, reducing it by 40% — from 0.5% of Gross National Income (GNI) to 0.3%. The move, which …