{"id":8400,"date":"2026-03-06T11:29:52","date_gmt":"2026-03-06T11:29:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/afiyafrica.com\/?p=8400"},"modified":"2026-03-06T11:34:15","modified_gmt":"2026-03-06T11:34:15","slug":"africa-health-today-continental-public-health-monitoring","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/afiyafrica.com\/index.php\/en\/news\/africa-health-today-continental-public-health-monitoring\/","title":{"rendered":"AFRICA &#038; HEALTH TODAY Continental Public Health Monitoring"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class='booster-block booster-read-block'>\n                <div class=\"twp-read-time\">\n                \t<i class=\"booster-icon twp-clock\"><\/i> <span>Read Time:<\/span>4 Minute, 21 Second                <\/div>\n\n            <\/div><p>Afiya Magazine \u2013 Afiyafrica<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udcc5 Edition: February 10 \u2013 March 6, 2026<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udccd Coverage: Africa-wide health developments<\/p>\n<p>\ud83c\udfaf Audience: Health professionals, researchers, policymakers, and development partners<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Africa\u2019s Health Landscape: Between Epidemic Vigilance and Rising Health Sovereignty<\/p>\n<p>Recent public health developments across Africa highlight a continent navigating complex challenges while strengthening its strategic health autonomy.<\/p>\n<p>In several regions, authorities are responding to outbreaks of infectious diseases as well as the growing health impacts of climate-related disasters such as flooding. At the same time, governments and regional institutions are accelerating initiatives aimed at strengthening health systems, expanding pharmaceutical production capacity, and improving equitable access to care.<\/p>\n<p>This evolving landscape signals a growing continental ambition: to build resilient health systems capable of responding effectively to crises while reducing reliance on imported medical technologies and medicines.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>\ud83e\udda0 Epidemic Surveillance Update<\/p>\n<p>Cholera Resurgence in Southern Africa<\/p>\n<p>A number of Southern African countries are currently experiencing a resurgence of Cholera, often associated with flooding and disruptions in water supply systems.<\/p>\n<p>With technical support from the World Health Organization, national health authorities have intensified their response through:<\/p>\n<p>expanded community prevention campaigns<\/p>\n<p>reinforcement of cholera treatment centers<\/p>\n<p>deployment of oral cholera vaccination programs<\/p>\n<p>Key Indicators<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 More than 1 million people affected by flooding across the region<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Rising incidence of waterborne diseases<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Ongoing cholera vaccination campaigns<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>\ud83e\uddec Emerging Infectious Diseases<\/p>\n<p>Mpox Situation Improving Across the Continent<\/p>\n<p>The epidemiological situation regarding Mpox has improved in recent months. The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention has therefore announced the lifting of the continental public health emergency status related to the outbreak.<\/p>\n<p>Despite this positive development, health authorities continue to maintain enhanced surveillance measures to prevent a potential resurgence of the virus.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udc8a Therapeutic Innovation<\/p>\n<p>Toward Local Production of HIV Prevention Treatments<\/p>\n<p>In South Africa, discussions are underway regarding the potential local production of Lenacapavir, a long-acting injectable medication used for the prevention of HIV infection.<\/p>\n<p>This initiative is aligned with the pharmaceutical sovereignty strategy promoted by the African Union, which aims to strengthen Africa\u2019s capacity to manufacture essential medicines locally.<\/p>\n<p>Key Data<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Approximately 25 million people are living with HIV in Africa<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Nearly 65% of global HIV infections occur on the continent<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>\ud83c\udf0d Regional Health Snapshot<\/p>\n<p>North Africa<\/p>\n<p>Morocco continues major reforms aimed at expanding universal health coverage.<\/p>\n<p>Egypt is advancing its universal health insurance system while strengthening domestic pharmaceutical production.<\/p>\n<p>Tunisia remains a regional hub for medical tourism.<\/p>\n<p>West Africa<\/p>\n<p>In Burkina Faso, combating Malaria and improving maternal health remain national priorities.<\/p>\n<p>Nigeria is strengthening vaccination campaigns and epidemiological surveillance systems.<\/p>\n<p>Senegal continues investing in biomedical research capacity.<\/p>\n<p>Central Africa<\/p>\n<p>The Democratic Republic of the Congo is reinforcing its epidemic surveillance systems following recurrent outbreaks.<\/p>\n<p>Cameroon is modernizing early warning systems for infectious diseases.<\/p>\n<p>East Africa<\/p>\n<p>Kenya is expanding telemedicine initiatives to improve healthcare access in rural areas.<\/p>\n<p>Rwanda continues pioneering medical drone delivery systems for medicines and blood products.<\/p>\n<p>Southern Africa<\/p>\n<p>Recent flooding has placed additional pressure on healthcare infrastructure in Mozambique and Zimbabwe, increasing the risk of waterborne and vector-borne diseases.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>\ud83e\udde0 Health Innovation in Africa<\/p>\n<p>Africa\u2019s digital health ecosystem continues to grow rapidly, with several startups developing solutions to improve diagnostics and patient care.<\/p>\n<p>Kenya \u2013 Labtracka<\/p>\n<p>An online diagnostic platform that connects patients with laboratories, allowing users to book medical tests and choose between home sample collection or laboratory visits.<\/p>\n<p>Nigeria \u2013 MyQura<\/p>\n<p>A digital healthcare platform connecting patients requiring continuous medical monitoring\u2014such as individuals with chronic illnesses or post-surgical recovery needs\u2014with healthcare professionals including nurses and physiotherapists.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>\u26a1 Five Key Health Updates<\/p>\n<p>1- Cholera cases are rising in Southern Africa.<\/p>\n<p>2- The Africa CDC has lifted the continental emergency status for Mpox.<\/p>\n<p>3- South Africa is considering local production of a long-acting injectable HIV prevention treatment.<\/p>\n<p>4- Universal health coverage reforms continue across North Africa.<\/p>\n<p>5- Digital health innovations are expanding rapidly in East Africa.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udcc5 African Health Agenda<\/p>\n<p>March 3 \u2014 World Hearing Day<\/p>\n<p>Led by the World Health Organization to raise awareness about hearing loss prevention.<\/p>\n<p>March 8 \u2014 International Women\u2019s Day<\/p>\n<p>March 10 \u2014 World Kidney Day<\/p>\n<p>March 21 \u2014 World Down Syndrome Awareness Day<\/p>\n<p>March 24 \u2014 World Tuberculosis Day<\/p>\n<p>March 30 \u2014 World Bipolar Disorder Day<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>\ud83e\uddd1\u200d\u2695\ufe0f Profile: A Leader in African Public Health<\/p>\n<p>John Nkengasong<\/p>\n<p>Cameroonian virologist John Nkengasong, former Director of the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention, remains one of the most influential figures in African public health leadership.<\/p>\n<p>During his tenure, the institution played a critical role in coordinating Africa\u2019s response to major health crises, including the COVID-19 pandemic and several emerging epidemics.<\/p>\n<p>He was also appointed Special Envoy for Africa by the World Health Organization, reflecting his leadership in strengthening continental cooperation in health security.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udcca Health Indicator of the Month<\/p>\n<p>25 Million<\/p>\n<p>This is the estimated number of people living with HIV across the African continent.<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udcc8 Afiya Health Analysis<\/p>\n<p>Three Major Trends to Watch<\/p>\n<p>1. 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