Following thousands of deaths from cervical cancer annually, Nigeria finally includes the Human Papillomavirus vaccine into its routine immunisation programme.

Extreme drought is on the rise, but science-based solutions can make a difference, UN analysis finds.

Inaugural health day at climate summit could be ‘watershed moment’, write directors of Amref Health Africa.

Scientific advisory network aims to strengthen response to future health emergencies.

Climate-vulnerable countries want to see at least US$100 billion a year paid into the Loss and Damage Fund.

Gender-focused policies are crucial to dismantle systemic barriers and foster gender inclusivity in STEM.

Young African innovators are producing tech solutions to address issues in their communities.

This upcoming event aims to bring together experts to discuss the food safety trajectory for Kenya to safeguard consumers’ interests and the role of different actors in the agri-food system, and make recommendations for policy and practice to ensure food safety in Kenya.

The UK-CIGIAR science and innovation centre will support research on drought- and disease-resistant crops.

Encouragement from broader society can play a pivotal role, says Tanzanian research chair.

Successful advances in TB treatment and diagnoses among children offer new hope in the fight against the disease.

Africa must strategically position itself to attract investment in AI healthcare solutions.

African research leaders discuss how locally-led innovation can tackle food insecurity and other challenges.

A SciDev.Net investigation looks at the water consumption of data centres, increasingly located in countries lacking resources.

As Asia Pacific countries embrace waste incineration, emission regulation and monitoring are vital.

To protect public health, African states must work together to reshape vaccine access and promote self-sufficiency.

In Uganda, where child malnutrition is widespread, a kitchen gardening project helps feed local communities.

Barron Joseph Orr, top scientist at the UN Convention to Combat Desertification, unravels land degradation data.

Research initiative honouring anti-apartheid icon looks to foster cross-border collaboration.

Following previous disease outbreaks in Africa and its dire consequences, it's important the region prepares for future health emergencies.

Even as solar power forges ahead, poor countries lack finance to accelerate growth, say researchers.

The Middle East’s expertise in handling heat could be of benefit worldwide, writes Aly Abousabaa ahead of COP28.

Stronger legislation is needed to curb the influx of illegal pesticide products in Africa, a chemical risk expert says.

Millions of women and girls in Sub-Saharan Africa lack proper access to sexual and reproductive health services, putting lives at risk.

A breast milk bank in Nigeria is providing breast milk to pre-term term babies and babies whose mothers are unable to breastfeed.

Researchers announced a new rice variety with ultra-low glycaemic index, which is great news for people with diabetes

UN report says a gender stimulus would have “transformational impact” on the course of the 17 SDGs.

Safe passage for medical supplies is urgently needed amid hospital evacuations and power outages, say UN agencies.

Putting Africans at the centre of new malaria vaccine production and distribution will be crucial to success, say NGO leaders.

COVID-19 has underlined the urgent need for investment in accessible mental health services, say practitioners and patients.

The so-called “Father of the Green Revolution“ preferred a sustainable, evergreen approach over GM technology.

Developers declined to say whether they would be willing to share IP surrounding the R21/Matrix-M vaccine.

Apartheid-era education system leaves a stream of disadvantaged black students in maths.

GM firms struggle to penetrate India’s vast market as highest court blocks sowing of genetically-modified crops.

Africa Science Focus takes a deep dive into the potential of AI for Africa and how to surmount the challenges.

A panel of influential research funders discuss the impact of research development at the UN Science Summit.

Global health advocates say countries must be held to account on new TB pledges after previous failures.

A new approach to restoring landscapes looks at the whole picture, from crop pests to soil degradation.

The Atayese Health Network is on a mission to bring affordable healthcare to poor communities in Nigeria.

A new fish smoking kiln designed to reduce cancer risks is helping women fish processors in Uganda increase sales and stay healthy.

Volatile global rice market prompts importing countries to look at expanding local production.

Global health experts temper expectations ahead of UN General Assembly.

Rescuers battle to reach survivors with medical aid after catastrophic floods in north-eastern Libya.

Productivity increases show smallholder farmers making more use of digital technologies.

Chicken feed laced with antiretrovirals sparks health concerns in Uganda and raises debate about the implications.

Intensive training equips Malawi’s health workforce to educate women in rural areas about breast cancer.

Farmers comprise 60 per cent of Africa’s population but climate pledges leave them out in the cold, say activists.

Digital tools such as satellite alerts are helping increase productivity for Africa’s smallholders, even when farm advisory services are unavailable, CABI’s CEO Daniel Elger says.