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Dr Ali Ahmed Yahaya, Team Leader (Antimicrobial Resistance) at the WHO Regional Office for Africa, shares his insights on decentralizing laboratory testing in African countries: why is it important in order to expand access to testing and what are some of the approaches recommended by WHO.
COVID-19 advice for the public: When and how to use masks
Dr Mary Stephen, Technical Officer at the WHO Regional Office for Africa, walks us through three scenarios regarding the symptoms of COVID-19. The main symptoms of COVID-19 are fever, dry cough and difficulty in breathing.
In the Republic of Congo, health workers are working around the clock on the frontline of the COVID-19 response. Despite the daily risks and growing responsibilities, they push forward to ensure communities are protected from infection and save lives.
Hear directly from WHO’s Regional Director for Africa, Dr Matshidiso Moeti, and health experts, on the latest status of the novel coronavirus across the continent, and their answers to journalists’ most pressing questions. The briefing is joined by Winnie Byanyima, Executive Director of UNAIDS,…
Dr Prosper Tumusiime, Director of UHC/Life Course at the WHO Regional Office for Africa, shares his insights on the new WHO guidance on essential services and the need to include them as part of the COVID-19 response.
Aminata Grace Kobie, Technical Officer (Health Promotion) at the WHO Regional Office for Africa, shares her insights on the new WHO guidance to reduce COVID-19 stigma in the African Region and the need to tackle misinformation.
WHO is leading the COVID-19 response in the African Region. Behind the efforts are health and multidisciplinary experts, working together to achieve a healthier, safer Africa.
Guy Mbayo, Technical Officer - WASH at the WHO Regional Office for Africa, shares his insights on the new WHO guideline on homemade masks.
Hear directly from WHO’s Regional Director for Africa, Dr Matshidiso Moeti, and health experts, on the latest status of the novel coronavirus across the continent, and their answers to journalists’ most pressing questions. The briefing is joined by Hon. Safia Boly, Minister of Investment Promotion…
Dear parents, educators, influencers, young people: John, Isaac, Glory and Peace have a message for you on this World No Tobacco Day! #TobaccoExposed
Dr Ambrose Talisuna, Health Security Advisor at the WHO Regional Office for Africa, shares his insights on the new WHO guideline on easing lockdowns, stressing the importance of making evidence-based decisions and the capacity of countries to test and isolate cases.