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.