Chronic Diseases in Africa: From Operational Research to Sustainable Health Strategies
CUAMM'sannual appointment dedicated to research is back with a focus on chronic diseases in LICs. University of Pisa Saturday, May 16, 2026
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May 2026
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May 2026
Bridging the Gap a Portuguese Newborn Health Glossary
The Newborn Toolkit has just announced the launch of a Portuguese-translated Newborn Technical Terms Glossary that we have contributed in developing, along with the African Neonatal Association. A key tool to facilitate access to current and high-quality information, improve training pathways and ultimately the quality of care.
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May 2026
Supply of Medical Drugs, consumables and Equipment.
Doctors with Africa CUAMM is launching a Local Open Tender to select eligible suppliers for the Supply of Drugs, Consumables and Medical Equipment.
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May 2026
OPEN TENDER FOR Medical gases supply
Doctors with Africa CUAMM is launching a Local Open Tender to select a company to carry out construction works for the Medical gases supply upgrading works for Black lion (Tikur Anbessa) Specialized Hospital Neonatal Intensive Care Unit – NICU , Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
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April 2026
WASH in Healthcare Facilities: A Global Call to Action
A major international event was held in Rome on April 22–23, bringing together faith-based organizations and partners dedicated to improving access to essential services—water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH)—in healthcare facilities. The gathering provided a valuable opportunity to advocate for and accelerate progress in strengthening WASH systems in health settings.
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April 2026
Strengthening care for survivors of violence in Ukraine
Training health workers in Kharkiv to improve the management of survivors of sexual violence and intimate partner violence (IPV). A key activity within the framework of the SHIELD Project – Strengthening Health and Protection for Vulnerable Communities in Conflict-Affected Sumska and Kharkivska (AID 06/UCR/013157).
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April 2026
Contrasting GBV to shape a brighter future
A new commitment alongside young people in Cabo Delgado province to help shape a brighter, more equal, and just future free from violence. The PAZ project, promoted by the Aga Khan Foundation, was officially launched today in Maputo.
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April 2026
Neonatal care services improve in Addis Ababa
A fully renovated neonatal intensive care unit at the Tikur Anbessa Specialized Hospital was inaugurated today in the presence of institutional representatives.
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April 2026
OdonAssist From Research to Practice
On March 31, we hosted a high-level dissemination workshop in Addis Ababa to present the results of the Assist Ethiopia study. The event marked the conclusion of a feasibility trial for the OdonAssist™—an innovative device designed to simplify assisted vaginal birth (AVB) and reduce the need for risky cesarean sections in low-resource environments.
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April 2026
Improving nutrition services in Uige
Following the renovation works in Songo Municipality, Uíge province now boasts modern, fully equipped spaces dedicated to nutrition services. This initiative is part of the Clean Cooking program, implemented in partnership with the Salesians of Don Bosco and supported by Eni, aiming to improve health and nutrition outcomes for local communities.