Social & Human Affairs Bound

Algeria: Diphtheria and Malaria outbreak in southern border regions claims at least 40 livesF

Algeria’s southern provinces are experiencing an outbreak of malaria and diphtheria, with the authorities working to reassure that public that “the situation is stable.” The most affected region appears to be Timiaouine, in the Bordj Badji Mokhtar province. The Algerian Health Security Agency says  the two diseases have already claimed the lives of 40 people. Local sources say the malaria outbreak is due to marshes formed after heavy rains hit the region in September.

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Morocco: First Mpox case reported in Marrakech, health authorities activate emergency protocolsF

With dense ties to West Africa, Morocco now has its first Mpox case, identified in the tourism city of Marrakech. This marks the first case in North Africa, prompting an immediate activation of emergency protocols and a damage-control communication strategy coming...
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Sahel/Sahara: Unprecedented Summer Flooding Devastates Numerous RegionsF

Every summer, the Sahara and Sahel regions experience floodings that cause deaths and damage. This year, however, the magnitude of the destruction appears more severe. In this month of August, devastating rains and floods hit the corridor stretching from southern...
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Africa CDC Declares Mpox a Public Health EmergencyF

By MondAfrique: The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has declared monkeypox, also known as Mpox, a "public health emergency of continental security."  This alert enables the mobilization of resources and better coordination of the...
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