by Favour Oriaku Following the successful commissioning of the Emergency Operations Centers (EOCs) in Kebbi and Zamfara states earlier this year, the spotlight now shines on Niger State as they prepare to inaugurate their own EOC, marking the 11th such facility constructed and overseen by eHealth Africa across Nigeria.   The inclusion of Niger State in this initiative can be traced to the state being one of the critical regions in Nigeria's fight against the circulating variant of the polio virus and other vaccine-preventable diseases. Aligned with the objectives of the Global Po ..read more

Group photo of eHealth Africa's training team, the National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA) training team, State Train the Trainers representatives, and other stakeholders following the EMID cascade training in Ebonyi State. by Favour Oriaku Since March 2022, eHealth Africa (eHA) has been instrumental in enhancing the capabilities of the Electronic Management of Immunization Data (EMID) System in Nigeria. This project, funded by the Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunization (GAVI), is in partnership with the National Primary Healthcare Development Agency (NPHCDA). The goal ..read more

Kazeem Balogun, Senior Programs Manager at eHealth Africa, and Dr. Muyi Aina, Executive Director of the National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA), during the handover ceremony for the Zamfara State Emergency Operations Center. by Favour Oriaku In the ongoing battle to eradicate the polio type 2 virus, Kebbi and Zamfara states, alongside six others - Borno, Katsina, Kaduna, Niger, Sokoto, and Yobe - have been identified as critical regions in Nigeria's fight against this debilitating disease. These states, collectively referred to as the Axis of Intractable Transmission (AIT), f ..read more

by Moshood Isah Hypertension is a major public health problem in Nigeria, with prevalence of 37.5%. This means that nearly 4 out of 10 Nigerian adults have hypertension. Similarly the prevalence of diabetes is increasing worldwide, and Nigeria is no exception; an estimated 7% of adults in Nigeria have diabetes, making it among the most common cardiovascular diseases in the country. Unfortunately,  lack of access to quality and affordable hypertension and diabetes services in rural communities and primary health care is a major concern. This is largely due to  disparity in access to ..read more

by Moshood Isah The race to  ensure accessibility to  COVID-19 Vaccine and  intensive campaigns to promote the uptake of the vaccines led to its routinization especially in developing countries.   To further ensure the successful implementation of its COVID-19 vaccine deployment plan and address existing challenges of data management, Nigeria developed the Electronic Management of Immunization Data (EMID) system in 2021. By the end of the year,  the National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA) revealed that Nasarawa state, located in North Central part of ..read more

#Child Health, #SARMAAN, #Data Management By Mohammed Bello In a bold move to address infant mortality, the Nigerian government through the Federal Ministry of Health, in collaboration with implementation partners, initiated the Safety and Antimicrobial Resistance of Mass Administration of Azithromycin on Children 1-11 months in Nigeria (SARMAAN) research project. The project's focal point is the mass administration of Azithromycin to children aged 1 - 11 months to understand its impact on safety, antimicrobial resistance, and overall reduction in infant mortality. The SARMAAN project unfolds ..read more

Atef Fawaz, Executive Director, eHealth Africa Less than a fortnight ago, the  World Health Organisation,  Director-General, Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus warned that the impact of climate change may reverse the progress made in the fight against malaria. This according to him is due to “COVID-19-induced public health disruptions, humanitarian crises, drug and insecticide resistance, and global warming impacts”. As contained in the recently released World Malaria report, the changing climate poses a substantial risk to progress against malaria, particularly in vulnerable regions. Th ..read more

By Favour Oriaku At eHealth Africa, we recognize that our greatest asset is our people. Their hard work, dedication, and passion are the driving force behind our mission to build stronger health systems across Africa. Understanding the importance of mental and physical well-being in sustaining high levels of performance and engagement, we have instituted a series of work-life balance activities across our office locations. Central to this initiative is our commitment to fostering a culture of health, unity, and mutual support through our sporting events every Tuesday and Thursday. Thes ..read more

By Favour Oriaku Finding the harmony between professional obligations and personal well-being is not just a perk—it's a necessity. Our commitment to fostering a nurturing work environment has birthed our beloved tradition: the "Thank God It's Friday" (TGIF) activity. This vibrant, monthly gathering is not only a testament to our organizational culture but also a celebration of the diversity, unity, and spiritedness that define us. Held on the last Friday of each month, our TGIF is a variety of activities designed to ignite joy, foster connections, and refresh our team. The event is a l ..read more

By Favour Oriaku eHealth Africa (eHA) has the strong belief that access to proper healthcare is a right, not just a privilege. Consequently, eHA continues to create innovative solutions that provide underserved communities in Nigeria with the tools to take charge of their health and well-being. Through their digital innovations, eHA is bridging the gap between technology and healthcare. Currently, the organization is improving their offering by merging their two main applications - LoMIS Deliver and  LoMIS Stock - into one, all-encompassing platform: LoMIS Suite. This platform will enhan ..read more