DRC and its neighbours mobilise resources to tackle Ebola outbreak: USAID/flickrAt least 17 people have died in an outbreak of Ebola Virus Disease in the north west of the Democractic Republic of the Congo (DRC) in the town of Bikoro. Ebola is endemic to the country. But the number of deaths in a short period is cause for concern. The Conversation … [Read more...] about DRC and its neighbours mobilise resources to tackle Ebola outbreak | The Conversation
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Nairobi is at risk from another cholera outbreak. Why this isn’t necessary | The Conversation
Nairobi is at risk from another cholera outbreak. Why this isn't necessary: Slums like Mathare in Nairobi are particularly prone to flooding. EPA-EFE/Daniel IrunguFlooding has affected households across Nairobi – even in the city’s high-end diplomatic enclaves. Its effects range. In addition to the deaths and serious injuries, vexing traffic jams have been intensified due to … [Read more...] about Nairobi is at risk from another cholera outbreak. Why this isn’t necessary | The Conversation
Explainer: what’s behind the rabies outbreak in South Africa | The Conversation
Explainer: what's behind the rabies outbreak in South Africa: ShutterstockIn the last four months five cases of rabies in humans have been reported in South Africa, and an additional two cases are probable. The country’s National Institute of Communicable Diseases warns that steps need to be taken to curb the trend. The Conversation Africa’s health … [Read more...] about Explainer: what’s behind the rabies outbreak in South Africa | The Conversation
What led to world’s worst listeriosis outbreak in South Africa | The Conversation
What led to world's worst listeriosis outbreak in South Africa: A lab sample of the bacteria listeria monocytogene that causes listeriosis. Nathan Reading/FlickrSouth Africa has had the biggest listeriosis outbreak in the world that resulted in more than 180 deaths to date. The Conversation Africa’s health editor Candice Bailey spoke to Prof Lise Korsten about the challenges … [Read more...] about What led to world’s worst listeriosis outbreak in South Africa | The Conversation
SA News: Outbreak of optimism in SA may spur IPOs, JSE says
Outbreak of optimism in SA may spur IPOs, JSE says: The JSE will receive a further boost when Old Mutual Plc, the insurer that started in South Africa more than 150 years ago, ends the primary listing it has had in London since 1999 in exchange for one in Johannesburg, Newton-King said. “We’re soon ... Source: "South Africa" - BingNews Chamber of Commerce begins trade … [Read more...] about SA News: Outbreak of optimism in SA may spur IPOs, JSE says
