News Category: Africa
Cholera Outbreak in Zimbabwe: AHO on the ground towards Prevention and Relief Efforts
Africa Health Organisation Country Director Simbarashe Sande Chifeya write to you today with a sense of urgency and determination as we address the devastating effects of the ongoing cholera outbreak in Zimbabwe. As of 29 October 2023, the country has recorded 5,964 suspected cases of cholera, with 1,055 cases confirmed. Tragically, we have also witnessed 43 confirmed deaths and 123 suspected deaths. The situation is dire, and we need your support to combat this crisis.
Read MoreCholera outbreak in Ethiopia a cause for concern for AHO
Africa Health Organisation (AHO) has swiftly responded to the Cholera outbreak in the Konso Zone and Alle Special Woreda of the Southern Nations Nationalities and Peoples’ Region of Ethiopia by establishing Cholera Centres.
Read MoreVolunteer roles announced by AHO
Africa Health Organisation (AHO) has announced new volunteer roles. If you are interested in applying for these roles, please send your CV and cover letter.
Read MorePaulie Rojas appointed as Patron & Goodwill Ambassador by Africa Health Organisation (AHO)
Paulie Rojas, an accomplished actress, artist, and humanitarian, born in Mexico City, Mexico, and now living in New York City, has been apointed by Africa Health Organisation (AHO) as its Patron and Goodwill Ambassador.
Read MoreHow cultural beliefs are hindering treatment of TB in Africa
Most rural residents in Africa mistook TB for witchcraft out of ignorance
TB patients mistake TB for HIV, and upon testing negative, believe they're bewitched
Tuberculosis (TB) signs
Tuberculosis is a communicable disease and one of the leading causes of death worldwide ranking above HIV/AIDS.
Read MoreDiabetes: How diabetes kills you from inside out
Diabetes is a chronic lifelong condition that causes a person's blood sugar level to become too high (WARNING: Contains images showing extremely damaged human organs and suicide)
Read MoreAHO is pleased with a 15% increase in vaccine uptake in Africa
Africa’s COVID-19 vaccine uptake rose by 15% between January and February as several countries embarked on mass vaccination drives to expand coverage and protect populations against the adverse health impacts of the virus.
Read MoreAfrica plagued by obesity, warns Africa Health Organisation AHO
Urgent measures such as taxes and restrictions on sugary foods and drinks are needed to stem the rising trend of obesity in Africa.
Read MoreAHO worried about rising Substance Abuse Post-COVID in Africa
African health groups have warned that the COVID pandemic has led to a rise in drug and alcohol abuse on the continent, but a gap in data is making it hard to monitor.
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