Windhoek, Namibia- Ahead of the Ninth Session of the Africa Regional Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction (AfRP-9), a critical discussion to improve Africa’s disaster preparedness ensued. The discussion highlighted the need for strengthening early warning systems in the continent. In…
Nairobi, Kenya- The number of tobacco consumers has been rising in recent years, posing increasing threats of non-communicable diseases (NCDs). To this end, the government is now stepping up its efforts to curb tobacco use and protect public health through…
Kilifi, Kenya– As the world grapples with intensifying climate change and natural disasters, youth voices emerge as indispensable in shaping a safer, more resilient future. The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) has strategically invested in the next generation of leaders,…
Machakos, Kenya – The Coalition for Health Research and Development’s recent Budget Advocacy Workshop in Machakos, held on October 2, 2024, sparked renewed enthusiasm among participants from the International AIDS Vaccine Initiative (IAVI), National Organization of Peer Educators (NOPE), the…
Nairobi, Kenya — Kenya is currently grappling with an alarming teenage pregnancy rate of approximately 18%. According to the latest Kenya Health Data Survey, nearly one in every five girls aged 15 to 19 is either pregnant or already a…
