Tag: Africa
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Poor African Children Face Malnutrition Risk, Whilst Rich Kids Become Obese
A new study has revealed higher numbers of children suffering from malnutrition, stunting and wasting are found in poorer households in East and Southern Africa. This whilst more overweight children live in the richest homes. How to tackle the spectre of malnutrition in an age of obesity Researchers are now calling for an integrated approach…
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World Health Day: Paving The Way For Better Health In Africa
Africa’s population still faces many health challenges. As such, businesses on the continent should be aware of the role they can play in driving better health for all. The World Health Organisation is celebrating its 75th anniversary this year. It’s a great opportunity to consider its many public health successes over the years. However, we can also use the day…
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The Race for Gender Equity in African Healthcare Begins in Kenya
Kenya, Africa. In the past few years, Africa has seen numerous advancements as a continent. From technological to economic growth, the country is growing to become a booming business hub, ripe for investment opportunities. However, it is still home to a poor healthcare system. According to the WHO, Africa carries 25% of the world’s disease…
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Climate Change To Cause More Heat-Related Deaths In African Children
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How Indigenous Plants Promote Wellbeing
For centuries, indigenous plants have been used as natural remedies to help heal many illnesses and promote wellbeing and longevity. Here are some of the most effective everyday therapies from Africa to consider. Modern medicine has deep indigenous roots Did you know that 40% of the modern medication is derived from plant-based substances? Indeed, by the…
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The 20 Young African Women in Science You Need To Know About
It’s a stone cold hard fact that women in science are grossly underrepresented the world over, but especially in Africa. This situation has been made even more challenging by the COVID-19 pandemic. In fact, a recent study by the British Medical Journal has revealed that among more than 2,000 articles published since the beginning of…
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20 African Women Researchers Rewarded For Their Scientific Excellence
Paris, November 26th, 2021 – The Fondation L’Oréal and UNESCO are revealing today the laureates of the 12th edition of the For Women in Science Young Talents Awards for Sub-Saharan Africa. This program rewards twenty young African women scientists for the excellence of their research. For the 2021 edition, the 15 PhD students and 5…
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Women’s Health In Africa Is A Pressing Human Rights Issue
Op Ed: Johannesburg, 10 AUGUST 2021 –Sandra Orta, General Manager for South Africa & Sub-Saharan Africa at Roche shares her views on women’s health in Africa and why it is a pressing human rights issue. August is Women’s Month. As we examine global women’s issues more closely, we are reminded of the topic of women’s…
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Women’s Health Is An Important Necessity To Society
Throughout Africa, women have a significant impact on society and the economy. In Sub-Saharan Africa, nearly 30% of very small, small, and medium-sized enterprises are owned by at least one woman. In fact, this contributes positively to employment and economic growth in the region. The World Economic Forum estimates that by empowering women to participate…
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$3 Million Pre-Series A Round Leads to New Digital Primary Care Platform for Africa
Johannesburg, South Africa. Following a pre-Series, A round of USD 3 million, a new digital primary care platform will be formed in Africa. The founders are Webrock, the investment company that brought the number one digital health app in Brazil to South America, and Healthforce, a digital health company majority-owned by South Africa’s leading retail…