Thank you Denis Christel Sassou Nguesso, Minister of Ministère de la Coopération Internationale - Congo, for the cordial discussion today. WHO African Region appreciates the collaboration with the government of #Congo. Strong partnership is key to driving progress in health & development. Count on our support to achieve #HealthForAll.

Cancer accounts for nearly 1️⃣in 3️⃣deaths in the African region🌍, with cancer deaths projected to rise to over 70% by 2040. Here are three tips to reduce your cancer risk👇

Drowning is often silent, abrupt, and devastating. The African region has the highest drowning death rate. WHO has developed tools to support governments, organizations and communities: who.int/publications/m… We urge countries to adopt national water safety plans, raise public

Early diagnosis & effective treatment are essential to preventing prostate #cancer. If you have any of these symptoms, see your doctor: ❌Difficulty urinating ❌Weak or interrupted urine flow ❌Frequent urination ❌Blood in urine or semen ❌Painful ejaculation #HealthForAll

The insights from key speakers, experts and #NCDs warriors at the #ICPPA2025 remain fresh in our minds⬇️. Watch👇

I will be speaking at the WHO African Region regional webinar: 𝐓𝐨𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐫 𝐖𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚 📅 30 July 2025 🕒 12:00–13:30 (Brazzaville time) 🔗 shorturl.at/gmSp6 📢 Join us to explore key findings and reflect on lifesaving practices to prevent #drowning

PEN-Plus is transforming how care for severe noncommunicable diseases is delivered in Africa — bringing treatment for conditions like #Type1Diabetes closer to home. At #ICPPA2025, country leaders, health experts, advocates & partners like WHO African Region and NCDI Poverty Network

🚨Just out: Our latest bulletin on #NCDs in Africa! 🌍 This issue highlights what our team on the ground has achieved, together with countries and partners in the African region, including the key outcomes of the #ICPPA2025 conference. We are commited to reducing inequities,

#Suicide is 'not an African problem'❓️ Not true! The facts show otherwise. The African region has the highest suicide rate in the world👇🏾 #MentalHealth #EndingDiseasesInAfrica

It is time to #InvestInPENPlus and drive change for everyone! This was the key message from health leaders at #ICPPA2025. Thank you James Reid, for highlighting why the #PENplus movement remains our most promising path forward. Helmsley Charitable Trust's long-standing support in the

We are grateful for Helmsley Charitable Trust's long-standing support in the fight against severe #NCDs in Africa. Together with all partners, we can #BeatNCDs and end diseases in the region! #EndingDiseasesInAfrica

📢 Hearing loss is on the rise in the African Region! 👂🏾 About 136 million people in the Region live with hearing loss. By 2050, that number could reach 338 million. Urgent action is needed to prevent and manage hearing loss. Learn more: iris.who.int/handle/10665/3…

Early detection of #noma is crucial, as the disease rapidly destroys facial tissues and bones.

Save the Date for #RC75AFRO! From 25–27 August, WHO African Region will host the 75th World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Committee for Africa (#RC75) in Lusaka,#Zambia, where Ministers of Health, partners & stakeholders will come together to advance regional health priorities. #EndingDiseasesInAfrica

🗓️ Mark your calendars: #RC75AFRO is almost here! Stakeholders and partners will gather in Lusaka for transformative discussions on pressing health issues across the African Region. Join the conversation at our side events and follow our pages for real-time updates.

When it comes to our health, every move counts, especially to #BeatNCDs. I am glad to have joined hundreds of health enthusiasts, policy makers, friends & families for the #WalkTheTalk physical exercise to kickstart #RC75 in Lusaka, #Zambia. #LetsMove to #BeatNCDs and for

Breast and cervical cancers are among the leading causes of cancer-related deaths in women in sub-Saharan Africa. Tomorrow at #RC75AFRO, health leaders and partners will discuss scaling up integrated #NCD models to address cancers affecting women across the Region.

#PENPlus is one of the surest paths to achieving the SDG target of reducing premature deaths from #NCDs. Scaling up this lifesaving strategy—is key to ensuring no one is left behind.

It really does take a village! To my WHO African Region colleagues—onsite, across countries, and at the regional office—your grit, dedication, and teamwork made #RC75AFRO truly impactful. Standing with you all in our vision towards #EndingDiseasesInAfrica

At the #RC75AFRO side event on #PENPlus and Women’s Integrated #Cancer Services (#WICS), health leaders and partners spotlighted powerful, integrated #NCD models—real solutions driving equity, resilience, and better care across Africa. Watch the highlight here👇