An estimated 1.5 million deaths in Africa have been caused by the use of kerosene lamps. In an effort to address this issue, the first solar-powered light bulb is now being distributed as an alternative for people in developing countries who live without electricity.
Africa: Africa Needs U.S. $32 Million to Fight Maternal Deaths
Over $32 billion is needed for Africa to reduce maternal deaths and deaths of children under five.
Africa: Women’s Rights – Mobilisation and Implementation
‘Deaths caused by pregnancy in Africa are more than all the deaths from AIDS, TB and malaria combined,’ says Marie-Claire Faray.
Rotavirus Vaccine Trials Show Positive Results in Africa, Asia
Two new studies find that a vaccine against rotavirus is safe and effective in preventing severe rotavirus gastroenteritis (RVG), which is characterized by diarrhea, vomiting and fever, and causes the deaths of more than half a million …
Africa: Cluster Bombs Banned But Not By Everyone
Over 100 countries will never again use cluster bombs, blamed for millions of civilian deaths and casualties. The Convention on Cluster Munitions, which has so far been signed by 107 states, entered into force Sunday. But China, Russia, the US and Israel are not on board.