The World Health Organisation (WHO) says the Measles-Rubella (MR) vaccine will be unveiled in Anambra in September.
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In a world where orphans are often marginalized, Nimatullah Muhammad Bashir has defied the odds, proving that resilience, hard work, and an unyielding commitment to education can lead to remarkable success. Her story is not just one of survival but of triumph—a testament to the power of determination in the face of hardship. Born in Offa, a town in Nigeria’s Kwara State, Nimatullah’s journey was anything but easy. Orphaned at a young age, she lacked the financial security many students take for granted. Yet, she refused to let her circumstances define her future. Instead, she transformed them into motivation, propelling…
The Trump administration has abruptly terminated contracts for approximately 10,000 projects funded by the US Agency for International Development (USAID), affecting critical HIV, malaria, and humanitarian aid programs worldwide. Among the hardest hit are hundreds of African HIV organizations that provide life-saving services, which received immediate termination notices on Thursday morning. Additionally, the administration announced a halt to US funding for the Joint UN Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS), sparking outrage and concerns over the devastating consequences for global HIV efforts. Immediate impact on African HIV programmes Dr. Kate Rees of South Africa’s Anova Health Institute, which delivers HIV services to…
LUSAKA, ZAMBIA – To improve the penetration of electric vehicles in Zambia and reduce carbon emissions, the government has implored the automobile manufacturing industry to invest in infrastructure that supports electric automobiles (EMVs) as the country plans to transition to this new automotive innovation. By Alfonso Kasongo However, Zambia’s shift to electric automobiles (EMVs) remains slow due to inadequate infrastructure, such as charging ports, among other challenges. Speaking at the launch of the Volkswagen (VW) showroom in Lusaka, the country’s Minister of Transport and Communication, Frank Tayali, emphasized that adequate infrastructure and a trained workforce are key to enhancing Zambia’s…
Meta plans to debut a standalone AI app during the second quarter, according to people familiar with the matter. The Meta AI app marks a major step in CEO Mark Zuckerberg’s plan to make his company the leader in AI by the end of the year, ahead of competitors such as OpenAI and Alphabet, the people said. Meta also plans to test a paid subscription service for Meta AI, taking a cue from OpenAI’s monthly fees for access to more powerful versions of ChatGPT, the people said. Meta AI will soon become one of the social media company’s standalone apps, joining…
@StatiSense has revealed DSTV’s new monthly premium fees for its service across various African nations, showing significant differences in pricing. As of March 1, 2025, Mozambique will lead with the highest monthly subscription fee of ₦153,398.85, closely followed by Zimbabwe and Uganda, both charging ₦112,462.50. Here’s a breakdown of the monthly premium fees for DSTV in select African countries: Mozambique — ₦153,398.85 Zimbabwe — ₦112,462.50 Uganda — ₦112,462.50 Mauritius — ₦107,964 Tanzania — ₦101,216.25 Malawi — ₦98,967 Botswana — ₦89,970 Namibia — ₦80,973 Eswatini — ₦79,473.50 Zambia — ₦74,975 Ghana — ₦71,976 Ethiopia — ₦64,478.50 South Africa — ₦56,981 Nigeria…
Eight former African Heads of State and Government have signed the Cape Town Declaration, emphasizing the urgent need for debt relief for highly indebted nations and advocating for lower borrowing costs for all developing countries. This Declaration was signed at the launch of the African Leaders Debt Relief Initiative (ALDRI), which underscores the leaders’ commitment to establishing a comprehensive debt relief strategy for countries facing dire financial challenges. The initiative’s launch occurred on the sidelines of the inaugural G20 Finance Ministers’ meeting in Cape Town, where the South African G20 Presidency has prioritized debt sustainability. President Ramaphosa voiced his support…
Kaduna State Government has taken a significant step in the fight against HIV with the official inauguration of the National Prevention of Mother-to-Child Transmission (PMTCT) and Paediatric Antiretroviral Therapy (ART) Acceleration Plan Committee. The initiative, led by the Director-General of the National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA), Dr. Temitope Ilori, aims to expand life-saving services for mothers and children, reinforcing the state’s commitment to achieving an HIV-free generation. The newly inaugurated committee will focus on strengthening partnerships, integrating PMTCT into routine antenatal care, and reaching underserved communities where access to its prevention and treatment remains limited. This approach…
Today is the 35th anniversary of the conclusion of the National Conference in Benin Republic. The expectation then was that a process had begun for establishing a new social contract for the reconstruction of state and society starting with a peaceful move from arbitrary rue to democracy. Benin Republic had been ruled since 1972 by General Mathieu Kerekou, who after putting to an end a cycle of chronic instability, proclaimed Marxist-Leninist principles as state ideological policy right from 1974. This orientation was operationalised through a government-controlled economic policy under the political hegemony of the Revolutionary Party of the People of…
Nigeria has spent 500 million dollars on polio eradication efforts, but some challenges remain in fully eliminating circulating vaccine-derived poliovirus (cVDPV).