Dual Role in Tackling Gender-Based Violence: Insights from Godfrey Kigozi, a Health Worker and Police Officer

As the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) training of journalists by USAID, health worker and police officer Godfrey Kigozi, who works with Naguru Police shares insights into the complexities of addressing these cases, highlighting the role of community attitudes, the importance of evidence collection, and survivor-centered care. “GBV cases are challenging,” Kigozi…

How do you reach the urban hard-to-reach? Ask these health workers

A peer-to-peer learning platform invited health workers from around Africa to share their insights on reaching zero-dose kids in cities. 2 December 2024 by Ian Jones, Charlotte Mbuh A health worker carries a portable cooler for vaccines after completing a day of vaccinations as part of the Reach Zero Dose Children (ZDC) campaign in Somalia. Credit: Gavi/2024/Mohamed Abdihakim…

Three-Year-Old Boy Recovers After Life-Changing Surgery on Charity Hospital Ship

The parents of Emmanuel, a three-year-old boy from Sierra Leone, are celebrating a life-changing milestone after volunteers aboard the charity hospital ship Global Mercy™ removed a large and painful growth from his face. Emmanuel had lived with the condition since birth, and his family had endured years of social stigma, financial strain, and fruitless medical…

Regulation or Discrimination? Uganda’s Proposed IVF Law Could Be Both

Summary: Proponents say the bill brings needed oversight to a key health care procedure. Detractors say it’s the latest in a campaign against gender and sexual minorities. Reporter Byline: Nakisanze Segawa, Global Press Uganda 1. Some say the proposed Human Assisted Reproductive Technology Bill is needed in a country where such procedures remain largely unregulated.…