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Somaliland:SL Budget 2015 A glimpse of Anticlimax

Somaliland Goth Mohamed - January 7, 2015 0

Before I look at the budget in detail, I must say a word or two about the definition of budget. Budget is a financial...

Somaliland: 9 Point Agreement Ends SOLJA Power Struggle

Somaliland Goth Mohamed - January 6, 2015 0

By Goth Mohamed Goth The new elected leadership of Somaliland Journalist Association SOLJA and the opposing faction composed of independent journalist and members of the...

Somaliland: A Tribute to Late Mohamed-Rashid Muhumed Farah

Somaliland Goth Mohamed - January 5, 2015 0

The Champion of the Modern Day Journalism in Somaliland By Abdirahman Ahmed Shunuf Mohamed-Rashid Muhumed Farah died on the 29th of December following complications from a...

Somaliland:Recently Ratified Voter Registration Act will delay scheduled Election-HRC

Somaliland Goth Mohamed - January 4, 2015 0

Press release 4th January 2015 Human Rights Centre: Recently Ratified Voter Registration Act will delay scheduled Election Human Rights Centre expresses its deep concern on recently approved...

The 9-point Oath of Neo-Proponents of Freedom of Expression

Somaliland Goth Mohamed - January 4, 2015 0

I, novice unnamed below, hereby solemnly swear, henceforth, that: 1. I will strongly abhor all so-called schools of journalism and the drivel they teach 2. I will wholly despise truth and report...

Somaliland:Government Should Provide Essential Services to Citizens

Somaliland Goth Mohamed - January 4, 2015 0

I have in my earlier comment looked at the nation’s infrastructure plan. I am following it with the government essential services which are somehow...

Somaliland:We welcome the President’s Sentiments, says Sultan Samatar

Somaliland Goth Mohamed - January 3, 2015 0

By M.A. Egge The traditional leaders from Awdal region have welcomed the words of the President which was expressed as a New Year’s Eve message...

Somaliland:Halt Detrimental Clamours, President Directs Top Party Stalwarts

Somaliland Goth Mohamed - January 3, 2015 0

Insurgency acts will never be tolerated, he tells renegade traditional leader The President H.E. Ahmed Mohammed Mahmud Silanyo has cautioned power jostling amongst top stalwarts...

Somaliland:Watch UCID Officials Visit to Jama Gunti Market

Somaliland Goth Mohamed - January 3, 2015 0

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6lU0XdLrjDI&feature=youtu.be

Somaliland:Commemoration Marking the Prophet Muhammad Birthday (PBUH) Held Nationwide

Somaliland Goth Mohamed - January 3, 2015 0

By Goth Mohamed Goth The birthday of the Prophet Muhammad Peace be Upon Him(PBUH) was commemorated today in most towns of the country. Milad an-Nabi, also...

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BENGUELA, Angola, May 17, 2025/APO Group/ --

As part of ongoing efforts to support Angola’s fight against the cholera outbreak and to reinforce regional health systems, the World Health Organization (WHO) Representative in Angola, Dr Indrajit Hazarika, conducted a field mission to the provinces of Kwanza Sul and Benguela this week. The visit served to strengthen collaboration with local authorities, highlight WHO’s decentralized support across the country, and follow the high-level visit of the United Nations Deputy Secretary-General, Amina Mohammed.

The field mission began in Kwanza Sul, where Dr Indrajit met with the Provincial Governor and the Provincial Director of Health. During the meeting, WHO expressed its appreciation for the province’s leadership in cholera response and for the continuous support to the WHO office in Sumbe. Discussions also focused on broader areas of collaboration, including expanding health coverage, and improving emergency preparedness.

The delegation then proceeded to Benguela, where it joined a high-level visit led by the UN Deputy Secretary-General, the Minister of Health of Angola, and the UN Resident Coordinator to assess the province’s progress in responding to the cholera outbreak. The visit included a tour of the Cholera Treatment Center at the Municipal Hospital of Benguela and a stop at the mobile health clinic at the Lobito train station, which is extending care to vulnerable populations along the Lobito Corridor.

Benguela has been one of the most affected provinces since the cholera outbreak began, at one point reporting over 100 cases per day. Thanks to strong leadership by the provincial government, a multisectoral approach, and support from WHO, UNICEF, and other partners, the situation has markedly improved. As of this week, the province reported fewer than 50 cases per day and some days registering zero deaths. The WHO Representative commended the efforts of provincial authorities, health workers, and frontline responders for this remarkable turnaround.

“This progress is a direct result of local leadership, strong coordination, and collective action,” said the WHO Representative during the visit. “WHO is proud to stand with the Government of Angola—not just at the national level, but with teams embedded in provinces like Benguela and Kwanza Sul—working every day to respond to emergencies and strengthen the health system.”

WHO’s support to Angola includes the deployment of emergency response teams, technical guidance for case management and surveillance, coordination support, and the delivery of critical medical supplies. WHO has also facilitated the deployment of Emergency Medical Teams from Portugal and Germany to reinforce the response in Benguela.

The visit highlighted the importance of a whole-of-society response to cholera, one that not only treats the disease but addresses its root causes: lack of access to clean water, sanitation, and health services. The WHO Representative reaffirmed the organization’s commitment to supporting Angola’s long-term goals of disease prevention, health system resilience, and universal health coverage.

“Cholera thrives where development is lacking. We must not only stop this outbreak—we must prevent the next one. That means investing in primary health care, water and sanitation, and strong surveillance systems,” the WHO Representative emphasized.

As the response continues, WHO remains a key partner to the Government of Angola and will continue to work hand-in-hand with national and provincial stakeholders to protect lives and build a healthier future for all Angolans.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of WHO Regional Office for Africa.