Gates and OpenAI Team Up to Pilot AI Solutions to African Healthcare Problems 21/01/2026 Kerry Cullinan The Gates Foundation and OpenAI announced a $50 million “pilot” on Wednesday to “advance AI capabilities for health” in Africa. Horizon 1000 promises “funding, technology, and technical support” to roll out AI solutions to 1,000 African primary healthcare clinics by 2028. “AI is going to be a scientific marvel no matter what, but for it […] Continue reading -> Confusion Over ‘Cancellation’ of Controversial Hepatitis B Trial in Guinea-Bissau 16/01/2026 Kerry Cullinan A controversial clinical trial on the effects of the hepatitis B vaccine on babies in Guinea-Bissau has been “cancelled”, according to Dr Yap Boum of Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). However, this has been contested by the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), which is funding a Danish group to […] Continue reading -> US Congressional Leaders Agree to $9.4 Billion for Global Health – Countering Trump Proposal for Deeper Cuts 15/01/2026 Sophia Samantaroy The $9.4 billion package agreed to by the US Senate and House Appropriations Committees, is more than double the $3.7 billion requested by the Trump Administration, and signals bipartisan support for maintaining significant global health aid – although the package still must be approved by both Senate and House, and could also be vetoed by […] Continue reading -> December Deals: US Signs Bilateral Health Agreements with 14 African Countries – With Some Key Exceptions 09/01/2026 Kerry Cullinan Over December, the United States signed bilateral health co-operation agreements with 14 African countries, setting out the parameters for aid in exchange for speedy information about new disease outbreaks – and, in some instances, clinched alongside trade deals profitable to US companies. The fourteen countries, in order of when the agreements were signed, are: Kenya, […] Continue reading -> EXCLUSIVE: Germany to Halve Funding for Pandemic Hub Amid Global Health Pull-back 08/01/2026 Felix Sassmannshausen The German government is set to halve its funding for the Berlin-based WHO Hub for Pandemic and Epidemic Intelligence this year as part of a broader retreat from global health and aid financing under Chancellor Friedrich Merz. Funding for the pandemic surveillance hub will be reduced from €30 million yearly to €15 million, with only […] Continue reading -> Controversial US-Backed Vaccination Study to Begin in Guinea-Bissau 07/01/2026 Kerry Cullinan A US government-funded trial on the timing of hepatitis B vaccinations, which will delay vaccination for up to 7,000 newborns in Guinea-Bissau, is due to start this week. The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has awarded a controversial Danish research group a $1,6 million five-year grant to study the “optimal timing and […] Continue reading -> 2025: A Brutal Year for Global Health 28/12/2025 Editorial team This has been a brutal year for global health, with shock cuts in development aid to countries most in need; a knock-on budget crisis for United Nations (UN) agencies; widespread humanitarian crises, extensive disease outbreaks, and mounting climate-related health challenges. Health Policy Watch (HPW) has provided daily coverage of developments, and our reporters were often […] Continue reading -> Kenya’s High Court Suspends US Health Deal as Civil Society Urges African Leaders to Ensure ‘Fair Terms’ 11/12/2025 Kerry Cullinan Kenya’s High Court suspended the implementation of the country’s Memorandum of Understanding with the United States on Thursday after two separate court challenges by the Consumer Federation of Kenya (COFEK) and local Senator Okiya Omtatah. COFEK argues that the agreement contravenes Kenya’s Data Protection Act, Digital Health Act, Health Act, and new data regulations that […] Continue reading -> US-Africa Bilateral Deals Steam Ahead as WHO Struggles to Finalise Global Pathogen Agreement 08/12/2025 Kerry Cullinan As World Health Organization (WHO) member states decided to hold a new round of talks in January on establishing a global pathogen access and benefit sharing (PABS) system, the US signed its first bilateral health agreements, which include pathogen-sharing arrangements, with Kenya and Rwanda late last week. The WHO talks on PABS, the last remaining […] Continue reading -> Over Half the World’s Population Lacked Access to Basic Health Services in 2023 06/12/2025 Elaine Ruth Fletcher Some 4.6 billion people, or more than half the world’s population, still lacked access to a basic package of essential health services in 2023, a new World Health Organization-World Bank report notes. And around 2.1 billion people faced financial hardship in getting vital health services. And at current rates, the world will fall far short […] Continue reading -> Posts navigation Older postsNewer posts This site uses cookies to help give you the best experience on our website. Cookies enable us to collect information that helps us personalise your experience and improve the functionality and performance of our site. By continuing to read our website, we assume you agree to this, otherwise you can adjust your browser settings. Please read our cookie and Privacy Policy. Our Cookies and Privacy Policy Loading Comments... You must be logged in to post a comment.
Confusion Over ‘Cancellation’ of Controversial Hepatitis B Trial in Guinea-Bissau 16/01/2026 Kerry Cullinan A controversial clinical trial on the effects of the hepatitis B vaccine on babies in Guinea-Bissau has been “cancelled”, according to Dr Yap Boum of Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). However, this has been contested by the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), which is funding a Danish group to […] Continue reading -> US Congressional Leaders Agree to $9.4 Billion for Global Health – Countering Trump Proposal for Deeper Cuts 15/01/2026 Sophia Samantaroy The $9.4 billion package agreed to by the US Senate and House Appropriations Committees, is more than double the $3.7 billion requested by the Trump Administration, and signals bipartisan support for maintaining significant global health aid – although the package still must be approved by both Senate and House, and could also be vetoed by […] Continue reading -> December Deals: US Signs Bilateral Health Agreements with 14 African Countries – With Some Key Exceptions 09/01/2026 Kerry Cullinan Over December, the United States signed bilateral health co-operation agreements with 14 African countries, setting out the parameters for aid in exchange for speedy information about new disease outbreaks – and, in some instances, clinched alongside trade deals profitable to US companies. The fourteen countries, in order of when the agreements were signed, are: Kenya, […] Continue reading -> EXCLUSIVE: Germany to Halve Funding for Pandemic Hub Amid Global Health Pull-back 08/01/2026 Felix Sassmannshausen The German government is set to halve its funding for the Berlin-based WHO Hub for Pandemic and Epidemic Intelligence this year as part of a broader retreat from global health and aid financing under Chancellor Friedrich Merz. Funding for the pandemic surveillance hub will be reduced from €30 million yearly to €15 million, with only […] Continue reading -> Controversial US-Backed Vaccination Study to Begin in Guinea-Bissau 07/01/2026 Kerry Cullinan A US government-funded trial on the timing of hepatitis B vaccinations, which will delay vaccination for up to 7,000 newborns in Guinea-Bissau, is due to start this week. The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has awarded a controversial Danish research group a $1,6 million five-year grant to study the “optimal timing and […] Continue reading -> 2025: A Brutal Year for Global Health 28/12/2025 Editorial team This has been a brutal year for global health, with shock cuts in development aid to countries most in need; a knock-on budget crisis for United Nations (UN) agencies; widespread humanitarian crises, extensive disease outbreaks, and mounting climate-related health challenges. Health Policy Watch (HPW) has provided daily coverage of developments, and our reporters were often […] Continue reading -> Kenya’s High Court Suspends US Health Deal as Civil Society Urges African Leaders to Ensure ‘Fair Terms’ 11/12/2025 Kerry Cullinan Kenya’s High Court suspended the implementation of the country’s Memorandum of Understanding with the United States on Thursday after two separate court challenges by the Consumer Federation of Kenya (COFEK) and local Senator Okiya Omtatah. COFEK argues that the agreement contravenes Kenya’s Data Protection Act, Digital Health Act, Health Act, and new data regulations that […] Continue reading -> US-Africa Bilateral Deals Steam Ahead as WHO Struggles to Finalise Global Pathogen Agreement 08/12/2025 Kerry Cullinan As World Health Organization (WHO) member states decided to hold a new round of talks in January on establishing a global pathogen access and benefit sharing (PABS) system, the US signed its first bilateral health agreements, which include pathogen-sharing arrangements, with Kenya and Rwanda late last week. The WHO talks on PABS, the last remaining […] Continue reading -> Over Half the World’s Population Lacked Access to Basic Health Services in 2023 06/12/2025 Elaine Ruth Fletcher Some 4.6 billion people, or more than half the world’s population, still lacked access to a basic package of essential health services in 2023, a new World Health Organization-World Bank report notes. And around 2.1 billion people faced financial hardship in getting vital health services. And at current rates, the world will fall far short […] Continue reading -> Posts navigation Older postsNewer posts This site uses cookies to help give you the best experience on our website. Cookies enable us to collect information that helps us personalise your experience and improve the functionality and performance of our site. By continuing to read our website, we assume you agree to this, otherwise you can adjust your browser settings. Please read our cookie and Privacy Policy. Our Cookies and Privacy Policy Loading Comments... You must be logged in to post a comment.
US Congressional Leaders Agree to $9.4 Billion for Global Health – Countering Trump Proposal for Deeper Cuts 15/01/2026 Sophia Samantaroy The $9.4 billion package agreed to by the US Senate and House Appropriations Committees, is more than double the $3.7 billion requested by the Trump Administration, and signals bipartisan support for maintaining significant global health aid – although the package still must be approved by both Senate and House, and could also be vetoed by […] Continue reading -> December Deals: US Signs Bilateral Health Agreements with 14 African Countries – With Some Key Exceptions 09/01/2026 Kerry Cullinan Over December, the United States signed bilateral health co-operation agreements with 14 African countries, setting out the parameters for aid in exchange for speedy information about new disease outbreaks – and, in some instances, clinched alongside trade deals profitable to US companies. The fourteen countries, in order of when the agreements were signed, are: Kenya, […] Continue reading -> EXCLUSIVE: Germany to Halve Funding for Pandemic Hub Amid Global Health Pull-back 08/01/2026 Felix Sassmannshausen The German government is set to halve its funding for the Berlin-based WHO Hub for Pandemic and Epidemic Intelligence this year as part of a broader retreat from global health and aid financing under Chancellor Friedrich Merz. Funding for the pandemic surveillance hub will be reduced from €30 million yearly to €15 million, with only […] Continue reading -> Controversial US-Backed Vaccination Study to Begin in Guinea-Bissau 07/01/2026 Kerry Cullinan A US government-funded trial on the timing of hepatitis B vaccinations, which will delay vaccination for up to 7,000 newborns in Guinea-Bissau, is due to start this week. The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has awarded a controversial Danish research group a $1,6 million five-year grant to study the “optimal timing and […] Continue reading -> 2025: A Brutal Year for Global Health 28/12/2025 Editorial team This has been a brutal year for global health, with shock cuts in development aid to countries most in need; a knock-on budget crisis for United Nations (UN) agencies; widespread humanitarian crises, extensive disease outbreaks, and mounting climate-related health challenges. Health Policy Watch (HPW) has provided daily coverage of developments, and our reporters were often […] Continue reading -> Kenya’s High Court Suspends US Health Deal as Civil Society Urges African Leaders to Ensure ‘Fair Terms’ 11/12/2025 Kerry Cullinan Kenya’s High Court suspended the implementation of the country’s Memorandum of Understanding with the United States on Thursday after two separate court challenges by the Consumer Federation of Kenya (COFEK) and local Senator Okiya Omtatah. COFEK argues that the agreement contravenes Kenya’s Data Protection Act, Digital Health Act, Health Act, and new data regulations that […] Continue reading -> US-Africa Bilateral Deals Steam Ahead as WHO Struggles to Finalise Global Pathogen Agreement 08/12/2025 Kerry Cullinan As World Health Organization (WHO) member states decided to hold a new round of talks in January on establishing a global pathogen access and benefit sharing (PABS) system, the US signed its first bilateral health agreements, which include pathogen-sharing arrangements, with Kenya and Rwanda late last week. The WHO talks on PABS, the last remaining […] Continue reading -> Over Half the World’s Population Lacked Access to Basic Health Services in 2023 06/12/2025 Elaine Ruth Fletcher Some 4.6 billion people, or more than half the world’s population, still lacked access to a basic package of essential health services in 2023, a new World Health Organization-World Bank report notes. And around 2.1 billion people faced financial hardship in getting vital health services. And at current rates, the world will fall far short […] Continue reading -> Posts navigation Older postsNewer posts This site uses cookies to help give you the best experience on our website. Cookies enable us to collect information that helps us personalise your experience and improve the functionality and performance of our site. By continuing to read our website, we assume you agree to this, otherwise you can adjust your browser settings. Please read our cookie and Privacy Policy. Our Cookies and Privacy Policy Loading Comments... You must be logged in to post a comment.
December Deals: US Signs Bilateral Health Agreements with 14 African Countries – With Some Key Exceptions 09/01/2026 Kerry Cullinan Over December, the United States signed bilateral health co-operation agreements with 14 African countries, setting out the parameters for aid in exchange for speedy information about new disease outbreaks – and, in some instances, clinched alongside trade deals profitable to US companies. The fourteen countries, in order of when the agreements were signed, are: Kenya, […] Continue reading -> EXCLUSIVE: Germany to Halve Funding for Pandemic Hub Amid Global Health Pull-back 08/01/2026 Felix Sassmannshausen The German government is set to halve its funding for the Berlin-based WHO Hub for Pandemic and Epidemic Intelligence this year as part of a broader retreat from global health and aid financing under Chancellor Friedrich Merz. Funding for the pandemic surveillance hub will be reduced from €30 million yearly to €15 million, with only […] Continue reading -> Controversial US-Backed Vaccination Study to Begin in Guinea-Bissau 07/01/2026 Kerry Cullinan A US government-funded trial on the timing of hepatitis B vaccinations, which will delay vaccination for up to 7,000 newborns in Guinea-Bissau, is due to start this week. The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has awarded a controversial Danish research group a $1,6 million five-year grant to study the “optimal timing and […] Continue reading -> 2025: A Brutal Year for Global Health 28/12/2025 Editorial team This has been a brutal year for global health, with shock cuts in development aid to countries most in need; a knock-on budget crisis for United Nations (UN) agencies; widespread humanitarian crises, extensive disease outbreaks, and mounting climate-related health challenges. Health Policy Watch (HPW) has provided daily coverage of developments, and our reporters were often […] Continue reading -> Kenya’s High Court Suspends US Health Deal as Civil Society Urges African Leaders to Ensure ‘Fair Terms’ 11/12/2025 Kerry Cullinan Kenya’s High Court suspended the implementation of the country’s Memorandum of Understanding with the United States on Thursday after two separate court challenges by the Consumer Federation of Kenya (COFEK) and local Senator Okiya Omtatah. COFEK argues that the agreement contravenes Kenya’s Data Protection Act, Digital Health Act, Health Act, and new data regulations that […] Continue reading -> US-Africa Bilateral Deals Steam Ahead as WHO Struggles to Finalise Global Pathogen Agreement 08/12/2025 Kerry Cullinan As World Health Organization (WHO) member states decided to hold a new round of talks in January on establishing a global pathogen access and benefit sharing (PABS) system, the US signed its first bilateral health agreements, which include pathogen-sharing arrangements, with Kenya and Rwanda late last week. The WHO talks on PABS, the last remaining […] Continue reading -> Over Half the World’s Population Lacked Access to Basic Health Services in 2023 06/12/2025 Elaine Ruth Fletcher Some 4.6 billion people, or more than half the world’s population, still lacked access to a basic package of essential health services in 2023, a new World Health Organization-World Bank report notes. And around 2.1 billion people faced financial hardship in getting vital health services. And at current rates, the world will fall far short […] Continue reading -> Posts navigation Older postsNewer posts This site uses cookies to help give you the best experience on our website. Cookies enable us to collect information that helps us personalise your experience and improve the functionality and performance of our site. By continuing to read our website, we assume you agree to this, otherwise you can adjust your browser settings. Please read our cookie and Privacy Policy. Our Cookies and Privacy Policy Loading Comments... You must be logged in to post a comment.
EXCLUSIVE: Germany to Halve Funding for Pandemic Hub Amid Global Health Pull-back 08/01/2026 Felix Sassmannshausen The German government is set to halve its funding for the Berlin-based WHO Hub for Pandemic and Epidemic Intelligence this year as part of a broader retreat from global health and aid financing under Chancellor Friedrich Merz. Funding for the pandemic surveillance hub will be reduced from €30 million yearly to €15 million, with only […] Continue reading -> Controversial US-Backed Vaccination Study to Begin in Guinea-Bissau 07/01/2026 Kerry Cullinan A US government-funded trial on the timing of hepatitis B vaccinations, which will delay vaccination for up to 7,000 newborns in Guinea-Bissau, is due to start this week. The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has awarded a controversial Danish research group a $1,6 million five-year grant to study the “optimal timing and […] Continue reading -> 2025: A Brutal Year for Global Health 28/12/2025 Editorial team This has been a brutal year for global health, with shock cuts in development aid to countries most in need; a knock-on budget crisis for United Nations (UN) agencies; widespread humanitarian crises, extensive disease outbreaks, and mounting climate-related health challenges. Health Policy Watch (HPW) has provided daily coverage of developments, and our reporters were often […] Continue reading -> Kenya’s High Court Suspends US Health Deal as Civil Society Urges African Leaders to Ensure ‘Fair Terms’ 11/12/2025 Kerry Cullinan Kenya’s High Court suspended the implementation of the country’s Memorandum of Understanding with the United States on Thursday after two separate court challenges by the Consumer Federation of Kenya (COFEK) and local Senator Okiya Omtatah. COFEK argues that the agreement contravenes Kenya’s Data Protection Act, Digital Health Act, Health Act, and new data regulations that […] Continue reading -> US-Africa Bilateral Deals Steam Ahead as WHO Struggles to Finalise Global Pathogen Agreement 08/12/2025 Kerry Cullinan As World Health Organization (WHO) member states decided to hold a new round of talks in January on establishing a global pathogen access and benefit sharing (PABS) system, the US signed its first bilateral health agreements, which include pathogen-sharing arrangements, with Kenya and Rwanda late last week. The WHO talks on PABS, the last remaining […] Continue reading -> Over Half the World’s Population Lacked Access to Basic Health Services in 2023 06/12/2025 Elaine Ruth Fletcher Some 4.6 billion people, or more than half the world’s population, still lacked access to a basic package of essential health services in 2023, a new World Health Organization-World Bank report notes. And around 2.1 billion people faced financial hardship in getting vital health services. And at current rates, the world will fall far short […] Continue reading -> Posts navigation Older postsNewer posts This site uses cookies to help give you the best experience on our website. Cookies enable us to collect information that helps us personalise your experience and improve the functionality and performance of our site. By continuing to read our website, we assume you agree to this, otherwise you can adjust your browser settings. Please read our cookie and Privacy Policy. Our Cookies and Privacy Policy Loading Comments... You must be logged in to post a comment.
Controversial US-Backed Vaccination Study to Begin in Guinea-Bissau 07/01/2026 Kerry Cullinan A US government-funded trial on the timing of hepatitis B vaccinations, which will delay vaccination for up to 7,000 newborns in Guinea-Bissau, is due to start this week. The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has awarded a controversial Danish research group a $1,6 million five-year grant to study the “optimal timing and […] Continue reading -> 2025: A Brutal Year for Global Health 28/12/2025 Editorial team This has been a brutal year for global health, with shock cuts in development aid to countries most in need; a knock-on budget crisis for United Nations (UN) agencies; widespread humanitarian crises, extensive disease outbreaks, and mounting climate-related health challenges. Health Policy Watch (HPW) has provided daily coverage of developments, and our reporters were often […] Continue reading -> Kenya’s High Court Suspends US Health Deal as Civil Society Urges African Leaders to Ensure ‘Fair Terms’ 11/12/2025 Kerry Cullinan Kenya’s High Court suspended the implementation of the country’s Memorandum of Understanding with the United States on Thursday after two separate court challenges by the Consumer Federation of Kenya (COFEK) and local Senator Okiya Omtatah. COFEK argues that the agreement contravenes Kenya’s Data Protection Act, Digital Health Act, Health Act, and new data regulations that […] Continue reading -> US-Africa Bilateral Deals Steam Ahead as WHO Struggles to Finalise Global Pathogen Agreement 08/12/2025 Kerry Cullinan As World Health Organization (WHO) member states decided to hold a new round of talks in January on establishing a global pathogen access and benefit sharing (PABS) system, the US signed its first bilateral health agreements, which include pathogen-sharing arrangements, with Kenya and Rwanda late last week. The WHO talks on PABS, the last remaining […] Continue reading -> Over Half the World’s Population Lacked Access to Basic Health Services in 2023 06/12/2025 Elaine Ruth Fletcher Some 4.6 billion people, or more than half the world’s population, still lacked access to a basic package of essential health services in 2023, a new World Health Organization-World Bank report notes. And around 2.1 billion people faced financial hardship in getting vital health services. And at current rates, the world will fall far short […] Continue reading -> Posts navigation Older postsNewer posts This site uses cookies to help give you the best experience on our website. Cookies enable us to collect information that helps us personalise your experience and improve the functionality and performance of our site. By continuing to read our website, we assume you agree to this, otherwise you can adjust your browser settings. Please read our cookie and Privacy Policy. Our Cookies and Privacy Policy Loading Comments... You must be logged in to post a comment.
2025: A Brutal Year for Global Health 28/12/2025 Editorial team This has been a brutal year for global health, with shock cuts in development aid to countries most in need; a knock-on budget crisis for United Nations (UN) agencies; widespread humanitarian crises, extensive disease outbreaks, and mounting climate-related health challenges. Health Policy Watch (HPW) has provided daily coverage of developments, and our reporters were often […] Continue reading -> Kenya’s High Court Suspends US Health Deal as Civil Society Urges African Leaders to Ensure ‘Fair Terms’ 11/12/2025 Kerry Cullinan Kenya’s High Court suspended the implementation of the country’s Memorandum of Understanding with the United States on Thursday after two separate court challenges by the Consumer Federation of Kenya (COFEK) and local Senator Okiya Omtatah. COFEK argues that the agreement contravenes Kenya’s Data Protection Act, Digital Health Act, Health Act, and new data regulations that […] Continue reading -> US-Africa Bilateral Deals Steam Ahead as WHO Struggles to Finalise Global Pathogen Agreement 08/12/2025 Kerry Cullinan As World Health Organization (WHO) member states decided to hold a new round of talks in January on establishing a global pathogen access and benefit sharing (PABS) system, the US signed its first bilateral health agreements, which include pathogen-sharing arrangements, with Kenya and Rwanda late last week. The WHO talks on PABS, the last remaining […] Continue reading -> Over Half the World’s Population Lacked Access to Basic Health Services in 2023 06/12/2025 Elaine Ruth Fletcher Some 4.6 billion people, or more than half the world’s population, still lacked access to a basic package of essential health services in 2023, a new World Health Organization-World Bank report notes. And around 2.1 billion people faced financial hardship in getting vital health services. And at current rates, the world will fall far short […] Continue reading -> Posts navigation Older postsNewer posts This site uses cookies to help give you the best experience on our website. Cookies enable us to collect information that helps us personalise your experience and improve the functionality and performance of our site. By continuing to read our website, we assume you agree to this, otherwise you can adjust your browser settings. Please read our cookie and Privacy Policy. Our Cookies and Privacy Policy Loading Comments... You must be logged in to post a comment.
Kenya’s High Court Suspends US Health Deal as Civil Society Urges African Leaders to Ensure ‘Fair Terms’ 11/12/2025 Kerry Cullinan Kenya’s High Court suspended the implementation of the country’s Memorandum of Understanding with the United States on Thursday after two separate court challenges by the Consumer Federation of Kenya (COFEK) and local Senator Okiya Omtatah. COFEK argues that the agreement contravenes Kenya’s Data Protection Act, Digital Health Act, Health Act, and new data regulations that […] Continue reading -> US-Africa Bilateral Deals Steam Ahead as WHO Struggles to Finalise Global Pathogen Agreement 08/12/2025 Kerry Cullinan As World Health Organization (WHO) member states decided to hold a new round of talks in January on establishing a global pathogen access and benefit sharing (PABS) system, the US signed its first bilateral health agreements, which include pathogen-sharing arrangements, with Kenya and Rwanda late last week. The WHO talks on PABS, the last remaining […] Continue reading -> Over Half the World’s Population Lacked Access to Basic Health Services in 2023 06/12/2025 Elaine Ruth Fletcher Some 4.6 billion people, or more than half the world’s population, still lacked access to a basic package of essential health services in 2023, a new World Health Organization-World Bank report notes. And around 2.1 billion people faced financial hardship in getting vital health services. And at current rates, the world will fall far short […] Continue reading -> Posts navigation Older postsNewer posts This site uses cookies to help give you the best experience on our website. Cookies enable us to collect information that helps us personalise your experience and improve the functionality and performance of our site. By continuing to read our website, we assume you agree to this, otherwise you can adjust your browser settings. Please read our cookie and Privacy Policy. Our Cookies and Privacy Policy Loading Comments... You must be logged in to post a comment.
US-Africa Bilateral Deals Steam Ahead as WHO Struggles to Finalise Global Pathogen Agreement 08/12/2025 Kerry Cullinan As World Health Organization (WHO) member states decided to hold a new round of talks in January on establishing a global pathogen access and benefit sharing (PABS) system, the US signed its first bilateral health agreements, which include pathogen-sharing arrangements, with Kenya and Rwanda late last week. The WHO talks on PABS, the last remaining […] Continue reading -> Over Half the World’s Population Lacked Access to Basic Health Services in 2023 06/12/2025 Elaine Ruth Fletcher Some 4.6 billion people, or more than half the world’s population, still lacked access to a basic package of essential health services in 2023, a new World Health Organization-World Bank report notes. And around 2.1 billion people faced financial hardship in getting vital health services. And at current rates, the world will fall far short […] Continue reading -> Posts navigation Older postsNewer posts This site uses cookies to help give you the best experience on our website. Cookies enable us to collect information that helps us personalise your experience and improve the functionality and performance of our site. By continuing to read our website, we assume you agree to this, otherwise you can adjust your browser settings. Please read our cookie and Privacy Policy. Our Cookies and Privacy Policy Loading Comments... You must be logged in to post a comment.
Over Half the World’s Population Lacked Access to Basic Health Services in 2023 06/12/2025 Elaine Ruth Fletcher Some 4.6 billion people, or more than half the world’s population, still lacked access to a basic package of essential health services in 2023, a new World Health Organization-World Bank report notes. And around 2.1 billion people faced financial hardship in getting vital health services. And at current rates, the world will fall far short […] Continue reading -> Posts navigation Older postsNewer posts This site uses cookies to help give you the best experience on our website. Cookies enable us to collect information that helps us personalise your experience and improve the functionality and performance of our site. By continuing to read our website, we assume you agree to this, otherwise you can adjust your browser settings. Please read our cookie and Privacy Policy. Our Cookies and Privacy Policy