A Double Vulnerability in the Face of Natural Disasters The floods that have hit several regions of Mali have created a particularly difficult situation for…
First Lady of Burundi Launches Youth Health Awareness Campaign
In her speech, the First Lady encouraged students to demonstrate responsibility and adopt respectful behavior with their future in mind On February 19, 2025, First…
Merck Foundation Africa Research Summit – MARS Awards 2025
Merck Foundation Africa Research Summit – MARS aims to contribute to building research capacity in the African Research Community. This year, special focus will be…
International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation
Female genital mutilation violates fundamental human rights and can result in complications from detrimental physical and psychological as well as social and economic impacts lasting throughout…
Merck Foundation and First Ladies of Africa mark World Cancer Day 2025: 194 Oncology Scholarships Provided Across 32 African Countries
The Merck Foundation Cancer Access Program provides One, two- and three-years fellowship, Post Graduate Diploma and Master Degree of oncology for doctors from Africa Merck…
Do you know about the Maternity Test? Why and how should it be used?
While paternity tests are commonly used to establish a biological relationship, maternity tests, though equally relevant, remain largely overlooked, especially on the African continent.Doubts about…
Yogurt: A Gentle Solution for Women
Yogurt is far more than a simple dairy product; it is a concentrated treasure of nutritional benefits deeply rooted in the millennial traditions of pastoral…
Pink October: A Call to Action for Breast Cancer Awareness in Africa
Every October, the world unites in a vibrant global campaign aimed at eradicating breast cancer. Known as “Pink October”, this campaign is dedicated to raising…
Pink October 2024: A Pan-African Campaign for Women’s Health”Prevention Knows No Borders: Let’s Inform Ourselves, Let’s Protect Ourselves”
On the occasion of Pink October 2024, the Afiya press group, a leading media outlet for health in Africa, is partnering with L’Africaine, a leader…
Contraception: A Fight for Equality in Africa
The 17th World Contraception Day, celebrated on September 26, 2024, is an opportunity to remind us of the vital importance of family planning and the…