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DR Congo Ebola Cases Cross 3,200 as Outbreak Intensifies

28 July 2026

Health authorities warn that sustained virus transmission, insecurity and population movement are complicating efforts to econtain the epidemic….reports Africa Daily News Desk The Democratic

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Nigeria’s future hinges on investment in children, says UNICEF Chief

19 July 2026

by Ashok Parameswar

Concluding her visit to Nigeria, UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell said the country’s young population could become a powerful driver of growth if backed

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Kenya’s Bold Bid To Become Africa’s Medicine Factory

17 July 2026

by Ashok Parameswar

Kenya has launched a five-year strategy aimed at expanding domestic production of medicines, vaccines, diagnostics and medical devices while strengthening the country’s regulatory systems…reports

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Last Ebola Patient Leaves Hospital as Uganda Eyes Outbreak’s End

17 July 2026

by Ashok Parameswar

Uganda has discharged the last Ebola patient receiving treatment, marking a significant milestone in its response to the latest outbreak…reports Africa Daily News Desk

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Ebola deaths cross 600 as Africa CDC warns outbreak still accelerating

10 July 2026

by Ashok Parameswar

The death toll from the Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda has crossed 600, with the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention

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Exercise Switch Keeps Muscles Young

7 July 2026

by Shelja

The study found that exercise can help restore this balance. Physical activity activates proteins that reduce DEAF1 levels, allowing ageing muscles to improve their

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Uganda says Ebola outbreak contained, seeks lifting of travel curbs

6 July 2026

by Ashok Parameswar

Health authorities launch diplomatic outreach as country strengthens cross-border response with DR Congo….reports Asian Lite News Desk Uganda has announced that it has successfully

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Ebola Death Toll Nears 500 in DR Congo

5 July 2026

by Ashok Parameswar

WHO warns of sustained community transmission as the country’s largest-ever Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak continues to spread amid insecurity and strained healthcare services…reports Africa Daily

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Ebola toll in DR Congo rises to 438 as cases cross 1,400

2 July 2026

by Ashok Parameswar

Death toll climbs to 438 as officials battle the virus in conflict-hit eastern regions…reports Africa Daily News Desk The Democratic Republic of the Congo