WHO statement on autism-related issues
Stories & Blogs WHO - Africa (News )The World Health Organization (WHO) emphasizes that there is currently no conclusive scientific evidence confirming a possible link between autism and use of acetaminophen (also known as paracetamol) during pregnancy.
WHO Africa, International Vaccine Institute sign agreement to boost vaccine production in Africa.
Stories & Blogs WHO - Africa (News )The World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Office for Africa and the International Vaccine Institute (IVI) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to deepen their strategic collaboration in support of vaccine equity, local production, and health
African health leaders, partners call for greater investment in integrated NCD services.
Stories & Blogs WHO - Africa (News )African health ministers and partners are calling for increased investment in integrated health services to address the growing burden of severe noncommunicable diseases (NCDs), particularly those affecting women and underserved populations across the reg
Democratic Republic of the Congo declares Ebola virus disease outbreak in Kasai Province.
Stories & Blogs WHO - Africa (News )Health authorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo have declared an outbreak of Ebola virus disease in Kasai Province where 28 suspected cases and 15 deaths, including four health workers, have been reported as of 4 September 2025.
Refugees escaping Sudan face escalating hunger and malnutrition as food aid risks major reductions
Stories & Blogs WPF (News )The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) today warned that millions of Sudanese refugees who have fled to neighbouring countries risk plunging deeper into hunger and malnutrition as critical funding shortages force drastic cuts to life saving food as
EU and WFP enhance self-reliance and food security for refugees and host communities in Uganda.
Stories & Blogs WPF (News )Uganda hosts 1.9 million refugees and asylum seekers, making it the largest refugee-hosting country in Africa.
UNDP joins African Circular Economy Alliance as strategic partner
Stories & Blogs UNDP – Africa (Press Release )The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has joined the African Circular Economy Alliance (ACEA) as a strategic partner, reinforcing its commitment to support inclusive and sustainable growth across the continent.
Hunger crisis threatens West and Central Africa as lean season looms : WFP races to provide food assistance to millions on the brink.
Stories & Blogs WPF (Story )Hunger and Sudan’s horrific war pushed Abdelminime Moussa from his homeland. Sitting in the sand at eastern Chad’s Koursigue refugee camp…
A big step forward for mapping political transition across Africa
Stories & Blogs UNDP – Africa (Press Release )The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the African Union Commission convened a pivotal validation workshop for the African Transition Index (ATI) in Addis Ababa.
Turning the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) into a reality for small and mid-sized businesses in Africa.
Stories & Blogs UNDP – Africa (Blog )The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) is poised to serve as Africa's gateway to economic transformation. AfCFTA is already proving to be a pivotal force in reshaping the economic landscape of Africa.