Countries: World, Chad, Nigeria, Senegal. This Weekly Bulletin focuses on public health emergencies occurring in the WHO African Region. This week’s articles cover: Diphtheria, Senegal Lassa Fever, Nigeria Humanitarian situation, Tchad For each of these events, a brief description, followed by publ
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. In September 2026, humanitarian access was significantly constrained by insecurity and armed clashes. Three humanitarian workers were killed, three were abducted, and thirteen were relocated due to insecurity. The impact was particularly significant in Upper Nile, Jonglei, Unit...
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. (Damazine, 15 October 2026) Severe rainfall deficits in certain parts of Sudan deepen the existing humanitarian catastrophe that millions of Sudanese are already facing. Malnutrition and illness will inevitably follow, increasing risks to millions of children already impacted b...
