Matshidiso Moeti said : "While the Ebola outbreak in the DRC has won the world’s attention and progress is being made in saving lives, we must not forget the other urgent health needs the country faces,"

iran-daily Thursday, December 5, 2019 8:36:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "While the Ebola outbreak in the DRC has won the world’s attention and progress is being made in saving lives, we must not forget the other urgent health needs the country faces,"

PressTVEnglish Thursday, December 5, 2019 7:54:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "While the Ebola outbreak in the DRC has won the world's attention and progress is being made in saving lives, we must not forget the other urgent health needs the country faces,"

trust Thursday, December 5, 2019 7:33:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti amesema : “wakati mlipuko wa Ebola nchini DRC umepatiwa msukumo mkubwa wa kimataifa na mchakato ukiendelea katika kuokoa maisha , tunapaswa kutosahau dharura na mahitaji mengine ya haraka ya kiafya yanayoikabili nchi hii. Kampeni hii mpya ya chanjo inalenga kuwalinda Watoto Kivu Kaskazini pamoja na maeneo mengine ya nchi kutokana na ugonjwa ambao unaweza kuzuilika kirahisi na chanjo”

unmultimedia Thursday, December 5, 2019 7:32:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "While the Ebola outbreak in the DRC has won the world’s attention and progress is being made in saving lives, we must not forget the other urgent health needs the country faces,"

presstv Thursday, December 5, 2019 7:00:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “While the Ebola outbreak in the DRC has won the world’s attention and progress is being made in saving lives, we must not forget the other urgent health needs the country faces,”

reliefWeb Thursday, December 5, 2019 6:53:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "While the Ebola outbreak in the DRC has won the world’s attention and progress is being made in saving lives, we must not forget the other urgent health needs the country faces,"

channelnewsasia Thursday, December 5, 2019 5:01:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "While the Ebola outbreak in the DRC has won the world’s attention and progress is being made in saving lives, we must not forget the other urgent health needs the country faces,"

news-yahoo Thursday, December 5, 2019 4:24:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "While the Ebola outbreak in the DRC has won the world’s attention and progress is being made in saving lives, we must not forget the other urgent health needs the country faces,"

wsau Thursday, December 5, 2019 4:17:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "While the Ebola outbreak in the DRC has won the world’s attention and progress is being made in saving lives, we must not forget the other urgent health needs the country faces,"

reuters-en Thursday, December 5, 2019 3:11:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “VPD surveillance is not only a valuable investment that will help countries reach immunisation targets,”

independent-UG Wednesday, December 4, 2019 7:32:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “While we are seeing glimpses of progress in these countries, the numbers are still not what we were aiming for. More people are getting tested, and more people are getting onto treatment, but it is not enough,”

AfricaNews-English Wednesday, December 4, 2019 9:36:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti disse : “As vacinas estão entre os instrumentos mais eficazes de saúde pública disponíveis”

jornalf8 Monday, December 2, 2019 9:05:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “My heart goes out to the family and friends of the first responders killed in these attacks,”

yubanet Friday, November 29, 2019 11:21:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "This social media campaign aims to equip young Africans with the right information to start breaking the barriers that prevent them from getting support,"

angop Friday, November 29, 2019 8:03:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti déclaré : "Cette campagne sur les réseaux sociaux a pour objectif de fournir aux jeunes africains les bonnes informations afin de commencer à faire tomber les barrières qui les empêchent d'obtenir de l'aide"

french-news Friday, November 29, 2019 5:27:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti déclaré : "Cette campagne sur les réseaux sociaux a pour objectif de fournir aux jeunes africains les bonnes informations afin de commencer à faire tomber les barrières qui les empêchent d'obtenir de l'aide"

french.china.org.cn Friday, November 29, 2019 4:02:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "This social media campaign aims to equip young Africans with the right information to start breaking the barriers that prevent them from getting support,"

xinhuanet_en Friday, November 29, 2019 3:52:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “My heart goes out to the family and friends of the first responders killed in these attacks,”

AfricaNews-English Thursday, November 28, 2019 10:08:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “My heart goes out to the family and friends of the first responders killed in these attacks,”

reliefWeb Thursday, November 28, 2019 6:18:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Pooling vaccine procurement is a major step towards increasing immunization coverage in these countries and the African Region as a whole,”

dailytrust Saturday, November 9, 2019 12:02:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "Pooling vaccine procurement is a major step towards increasing immunization coverage in these countries and the African Region as a whole,"

reliefWeb Thursday, November 7, 2019 1:53:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti added : "This job is not finished until wild polio virus type 1 is globally eradicated, along with concerning outbreaks of circulating vaccine-derived polio virus"

bbc Friday, October 25, 2019 7:59:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The eradication of wild polio virus type three is a major milestone towards a polio-free world, but we cannot relax,”

ChinaPost Friday, October 25, 2019 7:29:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Countries must strengthen routine immunization to protect communities, ramp up routine surveillance so that we are able to detect even the slightest risk of polio re-emerging,”

ChinaPost Friday, October 25, 2019 7:29:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The eradication of wild polio virus type 3 is a major milestone towards a polio-free world, but we cannot relax,”

reuters-af Friday, October 25, 2019 11:53:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The eradication of wild polio virus type 3 is a major milestone towards a polio-free world, but we cannot relax,”

theglobeandmail Thursday, October 24, 2019 9:14:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "The eradication of wild polio virus type 3 is a major milestone towards a polio-free world, but we cannot relax,"

CBC Thursday, October 24, 2019 5:51:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "The eradication of wild polio virus type three is a major milestone towards a polio-free world, but we cannot relax ,"

dw-en Thursday, October 24, 2019 3:24:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "Countries must strengthen routine immunization to protect communities , ramp up routine surveillance so that we are able to detect even the slightest risk of polio re-emerging,"

dw-en Thursday, October 24, 2019 3:24:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "The eradication of wild polio virus type 3 is a major milestone towards a polio-free world, but we cannot relax,"

reuters-en Thursday, October 24, 2019 2:14:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti added : "This job is not finished until wild polio virus type 1 is globally eradicated, along with concerning outbreaks of circulating vaccine-derived polio virus"

bbc Thursday, October 24, 2019 2:11:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti added : "This job is not finished until wild poliovirus type 1 is globally eradicated, along with concerning outbreaks of circulating vaccine-derived poliovirus,"

reliefWeb Thursday, October 24, 2019 11:53:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti afirmou : “Nos últimos tempos, o Ébola tem estado no centro das atenções e outras doenças também representam uma ameaça significativa. Estes eventos destacam a imensa importância da colaboração transfronteiriça para melhorar a partilha e a troca de informações para conter rapidamente os surtos, harmonizar os recursos, aumentar a coordenação e impedir que as doenças atravessem as fronteiras”

dnoticias Tuesday, October 22, 2019 6:17:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "Diseases do not respect borders, and this Ebola outbreak in DR Congo has emphasized the significance of collaboration,"

yenisafak-en Tuesday, October 22, 2019 4:32:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “In recent times, Ebola has been in the spotlight. Other diseases also pose a significant threat. These events highlight the immense importance of cross-border collaboration to improve the sharing and exchange of information to quickly contain outbreaks, harmonize resources, increase coordination and stop diseases from crossing the borders,”

reliefWeb Tuesday, October 22, 2019 2:19:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Information sharing is improving, but we need to bring it to an acceptable level. We need countries to openly share information necessary to save lives. Our mission is to establish cross-border collaboration that will cover all outbreaks and all public health emergencies,”

reliefWeb Tuesday, October 22, 2019 2:19:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “In many parts of Africa, cervical cancer screening is limited, with very little capacity for managing advanced cases. This is largely due to insufficient access to health care services,”

modernghana Saturday, October 19, 2019 1:33:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “In many parts of Africa, cervical cancer screening is limited, with very little capacity for managing advanced cases. This is largely due to insufficient access to health care services,”

AfricaNews-English Friday, October 18, 2019 8:12:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti disse : “As vacinas estão entre os instrumentos mais eficazes de saúde pública disponíveis”

jornalf8 Friday, October 18, 2019 2:10:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “This is an extremely important exercise,”

AfricaNews-English Tuesday, October 15, 2019 6:40:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “This is an extremely important exercise,”

reliefWeb Tuesday, October 15, 2019 11:34:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti says : “We know that real-time reporting of quality health information saves lives – and it was for this reason that the regional centre for geographic information systems and innovative technologies was set up,”

AfricaNews-English Tuesday, October 8, 2019 7:52:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti says : “We know that real-time reporting of quality health information saves lives – and it was for this reason that the regional centre for geographic information systems and innovative technologies was set up,”

reliefWeb Tuesday, October 8, 2019 7:21:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “To date, 973 people have been successfully treated and released from Ebola treatment centres, and we expect that the 1000th survivor will return to his or her community in the coming weeks,”

ngrguardiannews Monday, September 30, 2019 10:03:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “To date, 973 people have been successfully treated and released from Ebola treatment centres, and we expect that the 1000th survivor will return to his or her community in the coming weeks,”

guardian-ng Monday, September 30, 2019 8:57:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "will ensure that we have potentially an additional tool to prevent the expansion of the outbreak,"

arkansasonline Tuesday, September 24, 2019 11:19:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “will ensure that we have potentially an additional tool to prevent the expansion of the outbreak,”

pattayamail Tuesday, September 24, 2019 10:54:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti dit : "L'évaluation du deuxième vaccin anti-Ebola nous permettra de disposer potentiellement d'un outil supplémentaire pour éviter que la flambée ne s'étende et pour protéger les populations avant que des flambées ne touchent les zones à risque"

french.china.org.cn Tuesday, September 24, 2019 12:48:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "will ensure that we have potentially an additional tool to prevent the expansion of the outbreak,"

fox13memphis Monday, September 23, 2019 10:58:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “will ensure that we have potentially an additional tool to prevent the expansion of the outbreak,”

seattletimes Monday, September 23, 2019 8:23:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "will ensure that we have potentially an additional tool to prevent the expansion of the outbreak,"

CBC Monday, September 23, 2019 6:25:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “will ensure that we have potentially an additional tool to prevent the expansion of the outbreak,”

wkbn Monday, September 23, 2019 6:06:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “To date, 973 people have been successfully treated and released from Ebola treatment centres, and we expect that the 1000th survivor will return to his or her community in the coming weeks,”

reliefWeb Monday, September 23, 2019 5:09:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The evaluation of the second Ebola vaccine will help ensure that we have potentially an additional tool to prevent the expansion of the outbreak and also a potential tool to protect populations before outbreaks hit areas at risk,”

reliefWeb Monday, September 23, 2019 5:09:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "will ensure that we have potentially an additional tool to prevent the expansion of the outbreak,"

eagletribune Monday, September 23, 2019 4:07:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti disse : "As mudanças permitiram salvar milhares de vidas. Até ao momento, 973 pessoas infectadas com o vírus do Ébola foram tratadas com sucesso e tiveram alta dos centros de tratamento. Esperamos que o sobrevivente 1.000 regresse à sua comunidade nas próximas semanas"

portalangop Monday, September 23, 2019 2:50:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "will ensure that we have potentially an additional tool to prevent the expansion of the outbreak,"

news-yahoo Monday, September 23, 2019 2:48:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "will ensure that we have potentially an additional tool to prevent the expansion of the outbreak,"

actionnewsjax Monday, September 23, 2019 2:23:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "will ensure that we have potentially an additional tool to prevent the expansion of the outbreak,"

wsoctv Monday, September 23, 2019 2:19:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "will ensure that we have potentially an additional tool to prevent the expansion of the outbreak,"

fox13memphis Monday, September 23, 2019 2:07:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "will ensure that we have potentially an additional tool to prevent the expansion of the outbreak,"

startribune Monday, September 23, 2019 2:01:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “To date, 973 people have been successfully treated and released from Ebola treatment centres, and we expect that the 1000 th survivor will return to his or her community in the coming weeks,”

AfricaNews-English Monday, September 23, 2019 10:25:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The evaluation of the second Ebola vaccine will help ensure that we have potentially an additional tool to prevent the expansion of the outbreak and also a potential tool to protect populations before outbreaks hit areas at risk,”

AfricaNews-English Monday, September 23, 2019 10:25:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “improving diagnosis, prescription and the use of medicines, responsible for most detrimental errors, would significantly reduce the risk of harm”

authorityngr Wednesday, September 18, 2019 10:10:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Africa has witnessed a recent surge in the number of malaria cases and deaths. This threatens the gains in the fight against malaria made in the past two decades,”

AfricaNews-English Monday, September 16, 2019 5:57:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Africa has witnessed a recent surge in the number of malaria cases and deaths. This threatens the gains in the fight against malaria made in the past two decades,”

pattayamail Saturday, September 14, 2019 7:35:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "Africa has witnessed a recent surge in the number of malaria cases and deaths. This threatens the gains in the fight against malaria made in the past two decades,"

allafrica Saturday, September 14, 2019 1:04:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Africa has witnessed a recent surge in the number of malaria cases and deaths. This threatens the gains in the fight against malaria made in the past two decades,”

capitalfm Saturday, September 14, 2019 10:57:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "Africa has witnessed a recent surge in the number of malaria cases and deaths. This threatens the gains in the fight against malaria made in the past two decades,"

allafrica Saturday, September 14, 2019 6:56:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "Africa has witnessed a recent surge in the number of malaria cases and deaths. This threatens the gains in the fight against malaria made in the past two decades,"

fox13memphis Saturday, September 14, 2019 4:10:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Africa has witnessed a recent surge in the number of malaria cases and deaths. This threatens the gains in the fight against malaria made in the past two decades,”

TorontoStar Friday, September 13, 2019 10:08:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Africa has witnessed a recent surge in the number of malaria cases and deaths. This threatens the gains in the fight against malaria made in the past two decades,”

reliefWeb Friday, September 13, 2019 3:05:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “working in an incredibly complex environment, but thanks to support from donors and actions taken by the Ministry of Health, WHO and partners, we have saved thousands of lives,”

premiumtimesng Friday, August 30, 2019 9:23:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "We are working in an incredibly complex environment, but thanks to support from donors and actions taken by the Ministry of Health, WHO and partners, we have saved thousands of lives,"

xinhuanet_en Friday, August 30, 2019 6:55:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "Everyone has a role to play and we each must be accountable for what we signed up to do, only then will we end this outbreak,"

thehill Friday, August 30, 2019 5:31:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “We are working in an incredibly complex environment, but thanks to support from donors and actions taken by the Ministry of Health, WHO and partners, we have saved thousands of lives,” “We strive towards a much more united approach and call on NGOs and UN partners to continue to accelerate all activities. Everyone has a role to play and we each must be accountable for what we signed up to do, only then will we end this outbreak”

reliefWeb Friday, August 30, 2019 2:24:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Across the African Region, momentum is building for universal health coverage,”

reliefWeb Wednesday, August 28, 2019 5:39:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The current Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is a poignant reminder of the importance of a strong surveillance system,”

dailytrust Saturday, August 24, 2019 7:01:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “With this new blueprint for strengthening Africa’s surveillance and response to disease in hand, we hope countries will make the investments needed to beef up their capacities,” “Paying now for robust surveillance will create a huge dividend in better health for Africans, not only now but in the future”

dailytrust Saturday, August 24, 2019 7:01:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "This August's milestone on wild polio is a positive sign of progress across the continent, but our work is not yet done," "We must remain vigilant in our immunization and surveillance efforts: Every country must continue ensuring that it is closely looking for the virus and reaching every child with vaccines"

irishsun Friday, August 23, 2019 5:46:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “With an acute public health emergency striking Africa every three to four days, a strong partnership between WHO and Africa CDC is critical,”

AfricaNews-English Thursday, August 22, 2019 10:36:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The WHO secretariat will be developing and implementing a resource-mobilization plan, supporting research collaborations and mounting high-level advocacy for increased investment to reach 90 per cent coverage of the 10 highest-impact nutrition interventions that must be taken to meet the malnutrition challenges in our region,”

dailytimes-NG Thursday, August 22, 2019 10:29:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "We are confident that soon we will be trumpeting the certification that countries have, once and for all, kicked polio out of Africa,"

modernghana Thursday, August 22, 2019 10:26:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The WHO Secretariat will be developing and implementing a resource-mobilization plan, supporting research collaborations and mounting high-level advocacy for increased investment to reach 90% coverage of the 10 highest-impact nutrition interventions that must be taken to meet the malnutrition challenges in our region,”

dailytimes-NG Thursday, August 22, 2019 9:14:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Through stronger district and local health systems, more populations will be reached with quality services that address their needs and are affordable, thus expediting progress to universal health coverage,”

reliefWeb Thursday, August 22, 2019 6:58:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Equally important, the framework makes clear that vector-borne diseases are not just a public health problem,” “It’s a problem for a parade of sectors, and we need a reinvigorated and integrated response that is critically adjusted to overcome the changed behaviours and conditions”

africa-newsroom Thursday, August 22, 2019 5:41:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Equally important, the framework makes clear that vector-borne diseases are not just a public health problem,” “It’s a problem for a parade of sectors, and we need a reinvigorated and integrated response that is critically adjusted to overcome the changed behaviours and conditions”

reliefWeb Thursday, August 22, 2019 4:47:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The WHO Secretariat will be developing and implementing a resource mobilization plan, supporting research collaborations and mounting high-level advocacy for increased investment to reach 90% coverage of the 10 highest-impact nutrition interventions that must be taken to meet the malnutrition challenges in our region,”

reliefWeb Thursday, August 22, 2019 4:47:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti noted : “these successes would not have been possible without the incredible perseverance of countries and partners in the Global Polio Eradication Initiative who have mobilised the financial and technical resources to get the job done”

premiumtimesng Thursday, August 22, 2019 4:25:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The current Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is a poignant reminder of the importance of a strong surveillance system,”

africa-newsroom Thursday, August 22, 2019 3:55:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “With this new blueprint for strengthening Africa’s surveillance and response to disease in hand, we hope countries will make the investments needed to beef up their capacities,” “Paying now for robust surveillance will create a huge dividend in better health for Africans, not only now but in the future”

africa-newsroom Thursday, August 22, 2019 3:55:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “All the health priorities and challenges I have mentioned coincide with an opportunity that the day for universal health coverage has finally come. If governments, partners, WHO and other United Nations agencies combine our forces towards UHC we will be able to make health for all a reality for people in our region,”

africa-newsroom Thursday, August 22, 2019 3:55:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Equally important, the framework makes clear that vector-borne diseases are not just a public health problem,” “It’s a problem for a parade of sectors, and we need a reinvigorated and integrated response that is critically adjusted to overcome the changed behaviours and conditions”

modernghana Thursday, August 22, 2019 3:29:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "We are confident that soon we will be trumpeting the certification that countries have, once and for all, kicked polio out of Africa,"

rfi-en Thursday, August 22, 2019 3:25:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “We are confident that soon we will be declaring the certification that countries have, once and for all, kicked polio out of Africa,”

independent-UG Thursday, August 22, 2019 3:15:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The current Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is a poignant reminder of the importance of a strong surveillance system,”

reliefWeb Thursday, August 22, 2019 2:31:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “With this new blueprint for strengthening Africa’s surveillance and response to disease in hand, we hope countries will make the investments needed to beef up their capacities,” “Paying now for robust surveillance will create a huge dividend in better health for Africans, not only now but in the future”

reliefWeb Thursday, August 22, 2019 2:31:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The WHO Secretariat will be developing and implementing a resource mobilization plan, supporting research collaborations and mounting high-level advocacy for increased investment to reach 90% coverage of the 10 highest-impact nutrition interventions that must be taken to meet the malnutrition challenges in our region,”

AfricaNews-English Thursday, August 22, 2019 12:05:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The path to eradicating polio in Africa has been a monumental effort of multinational coordination on an unprecedented scale, providing vaccinations to hundreds of millions of children and conducting immunisation campaigns in some of the most remote locations in the world, with vigilance and exhaustive surveillance to monitor outbreaks and people on the move,”

vanguardngr Thursday, August 22, 2019 2:09:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The current Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is a poignant reminder of the importance of a strong surveillance system,”

modernghana Thursday, August 22, 2019 1:02:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “With this new blueprint for strengthening Africa’s surveillance and response to disease in hand, we hope countries will make the investments needed to beef up their capacities,” “Paying now for robust surveillance will create a huge dividend in better health for Africans, not only now but in the future”

modernghana Thursday, August 22, 2019 1:02:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The WHO Secretariat will be developing and implementing a resource-mobilization plan, supporting research collaborations and mounting high-level advocacy for increased investment to reach 90% coverage of the 10 highest-impact nutrition interventions that must be taken to meet the malnutrition challenges in our region,”

modernghana Thursday, August 22, 2019 1:02:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The current Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is a poignant reminder of the importance of a strong surveillance system,”

AfricaNews-English Wednesday, August 21, 2019 10:46:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “With this new blueprint for strengthening Africa’s surveillance and response to disease in hand, we hope countries will make the investments needed to beef up their capacities,” “Paying now for robust surveillance will create a huge dividend in better health for Africans, not only now but in the future”

AfricaNews-English Wednesday, August 21, 2019 10:46:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The path to eradicating polio in Africa has been a monumental effort of multinational coordination on an unprecedented scale, providing vaccinations to hundreds of millions of children and conducting immunisation campaigns in some of the most remote locations in the world, with vigilance and exhaustive surveillance to monitor outbreaks and people on the move,”

vanguardngr Wednesday, August 21, 2019 7:44:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “This August’s milestone on wild polio is a positive sign of progress across the continent, but our work has not yet done,”

pulse Wednesday, August 21, 2019 7:16:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “We are confident that soon we will be trumpeting the certification that countries have, once and for all, kicked polio out of Africa,”

modernghana Wednesday, August 21, 2019 6:09:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “This August’s milestone on wild polio is a positive sign of progress across the continent, but our work is not yet done,” “We must remain vigilant in our immunization and surveillance efforts: Every country must continue ensuring that it is closely looking for the virus and reaching every child with vaccines”

modernghana Wednesday, August 21, 2019 6:09:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “All the health priorities and challenges I have mentioned coincide with an opportunity – that the day for universal health coverage has finally come. If governments, partners, WHO and other United Nations agencies combine our forces towards UHC we will be able to make health for all a reality for people in our region,”

premiumtimesng Wednesday, August 21, 2019 1:16:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “My vision is of African people of all ages, all income levels and social groups, and in all places, enjoying good health and well-being, through accelerating towards universal health coverage, preventing and controlling outbreaks and emergencies, and creating environments that promote healthy lifestyles,”

premiumtimesng Wednesday, August 21, 2019 11:41:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “I am very honoured to be nominated for a second term as Regional Director for Africa,” “During the past five years, I have worked to transform the WHO Secretariat so that we better respond to the health needs of millions of Africans. This nomination is an endorsement of the many achievements we have reached together with health ministries. I intend for us to scale more mountains together over the next five years”

AfricaNews-English Tuesday, August 20, 2019 4:56:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “My vision is of African people of all ages, all income levels and social groups, and in all places, enjoying good health and well-being, through accelerating towards universal health coverage, preventing and controlling outbreaks and emergencies, and creating environments that promote healthy lifestyles,”

AfricaNews-English Tuesday, August 20, 2019 4:56:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The WHO Secretariat is now better organized, resourced and equipped to support Member States to detect and rapidly respond to epidemics and ensure health security in the region,”

AfricaNews-English Tuesday, August 20, 2019 4:56:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “All the health priorities and challenges I have mentioned coincide with an opportunity that the day for universal health coverage has finally come. If governments, partners, WHO and other United Nations agencies combine our forces towards UHC we will be able to make health for all a reality for people in our region,”

modernghana Tuesday, August 20, 2019 2:40:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “All the health priorities and challenges I have mentioned coincide with an opportunity – that the day for universal health coverage has finally come. If governments, partners, WHO and other United Nations agencies combine our forces towards UHC we will be able to make health for all a reality for people in our region,”

AfricaNews-English Monday, August 19, 2019 9:10:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti says : "This violence is a reminder that this outbreak is one with unprecedented challenges,"

npr Thursday, August 1, 2019 12:27:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “I am immensely proud of the commitment and courage of everyone working in the field and what we have achieved together,”

reliefWeb Thursday, August 1, 2019 11:43:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “I am immensely proud of the commitment and courage of everyone working in the field and what we have achieved together,”

modernghana Wednesday, July 31, 2019 8:55:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “I am immensely proud of the commitment and courage of everyone working in the field and what we have achieved together,”

AfricaNews-English Wednesday, July 31, 2019 6:54:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “According to the last two annual World Malaria Reports , the pace of progress towards eliminating malaria in the World Health Organization (WHO) African Region is slowing. This is a cause for concern,”

reliefWeb Friday, July 12, 2019 4:20:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Africa has more than 150 acute public health events a year, including infectious disease outbreaks and humanitarian crises. This is more than in any other region of the world,”

reliefWeb Saturday, July 6, 2019 4:09:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Uganda has invested heavily in preparing for Ebola cases and I’m looking forward to seeing how this investment has paid off,”

africa-newsroom Monday, July 1, 2019 10:57:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti says : “Despite the crucial nature of Ebola preparedness funding, we are regretting the fact that funding for this aspect of the work has slowed down,”

scidev-sub-saharan-africa Friday, June 28, 2019 4:29:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “I commend Uganda for its quick response to the Ebola outbreak,” “During my visit to the Kasese area, I spoke with health authorities who told me how the training they had received in detecting the disease meant they were on high alert for patients with any signs of infection. They were able to move swiftly when the first Ebola cases arrived in their health facility and to restrict possible exposure to relatively few health workers”

AfricaNews-English Thursday, June 27, 2019 10:04:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti pointed out : “People are aware of the problem, how to protect themselves and where to report for action and support,”

AfricaNews-English Thursday, June 27, 2019 10:04:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti added : “The cost of preparedness is cheaper than response,”

AfricaNews-English Thursday, June 27, 2019 10:04:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “I commend Uganda for its quick response to the Ebola outbreak,” “During my visit to the Kasese area, I spoke with health authorities who told me how the training they had received in detecting the disease meant they were on high alert for patients with any signs of infection. They were able to move swiftly when the first Ebola cases arrived in their health facility and to restrict possible exposure to relatively few health workers”

modernghana Thursday, June 27, 2019 7:17:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti pointed out : “People are aware of the problem, how to protect themselves and where to report for action and support,”

modernghana Thursday, June 27, 2019 7:17:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti added : “The cost of preparedness is cheaper than response,”

modernghana Thursday, June 27, 2019 7:17:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Uganda has invested heavily in preparing for Ebola cases and I’m looking forward to seeing how this investment has paid off,”

AfricaNews-English Wednesday, June 26, 2019 5:31:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Uganda has invested heavily in preparing for Ebola cases and I’m looking forward to seeing how this investment has paid off,”

reliefWeb Tuesday, June 25, 2019 9:24:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "We welcome this south-south cooperation and support to the countries in our Region from Egypt,"

allafrica Monday, June 24, 2019 4:27:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “We welcome this south-south cooperation and support to the countries in our region from Egypt,”

ahram-EN Thursday, June 20, 2019 11:21:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “We welcome this south-south cooperation and support to the countries in our Region from Egypt,”

AfricaNews-English Wednesday, June 19, 2019 9:55:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Uganda has superb lessons to share, and we support these important exchanges as they are helping to build evidence-based policies and promoting partnerships for more concerted action against viral hepatitis across the region,”

AfricaNews-English Wednesday, June 19, 2019 2:44:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Uganda has superb lessons to share, and we support these important exchanges as they are helping to build evidence-based policies and promoting partnerships for more concerted action against viral hepatitis across the region,”

reliefWeb Wednesday, June 19, 2019 11:35:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti says : “This analysis is the first to track each country in the region and to assess progress towards the goal of saving the lives of more than two million Africans who may develop progressive hepatitis B or C liver disease in the next decade if countries fail to ramp up their efforts,”

dailytrust Tuesday, June 18, 2019 7:29:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti says : “This analysis is the first to track each country in the region and to assess progress towards the goal of saving the lives of more than two million Africans who may develop progressive hepatitis B or C liver disease in the next decade if countries fail to ramp up their efforts,”

dailytrust Monday, June 17, 2019 3:41:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said ( about Viral Hepatitis ) : “It is fitting that the first African Hepatitis Summit should be held in Uganda,” “The country has superb lessons to share, and we support these important exchanges as they are helping to build evidence-based policies and promoting partnerships for more concerted action against viral hepatitis across the region. They are showing us that beating this disease is achievable”

premiumtimesng Friday, June 14, 2019 2:43:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “This analysis is the first to track each country in the region and to assess progress towards the goal of saving the lives of more than two million Africans who may develop progressive hepatitis B or C liver disease in the next decade if countries fail to ramp up their efforts,”

reliefWeb Friday, June 14, 2019 12:46:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti says ( about Viral Hepatitis ) : “It is fitting that the first African Hepatitis Summit should be held in Uganda,” “The country has superb lessons to share, and we support these important exchanges as they are helping to build evidence-based policies and promoting partnerships for more concerted action against viral hepatitis across the region. They are showing us that beating this disease is achievable”

reliefWeb Friday, June 14, 2019 12:46:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "Only with the generous support of our donors and partners will WHO achieve our shared goal of a malaria-free future in Africa,"

allafrica Wednesday, June 5, 2019 9:28:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “In many parts of Africa, cervical cancers are not identified or treated until advanced stages due to insufficient access to reproductive healthcare services, effective screening and early treatment,”

EastAfrican Friday, May 31, 2019 3:13:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “We commemorate World No Tobacco Day to broadcast greater awareness of the dangers associated with tobacco use and exposure to tobacco smoke. We also use this moment to advocate for stronger policies on tobac co control. This year’s theme, Tobacco and Lung Health”

thenationonlineng Thursday, May 30, 2019 8:01:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti says : “Algeria is where the malaria parasite was first discovered in humans almost 150 years ago,”

natureasia-nmiddleeast Thursday, May 30, 2019 4:34:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Only with the generous support of our donors and partners will WHO achieve our shared goal of a malaria-free future in Africa,”

reliefWeb Wednesday, May 29, 2019 2:33:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "We are hopeful that the way things are going, sometime early next year it might be possible,"

trust Wednesday, May 29, 2019 11:21:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "That's the plan, that's the hope,"

trust Wednesday, May 29, 2019 11:21:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "We are hopeful that the way things are going, sometime early next year it might be possible,"

reuters-en Wednesday, May 29, 2019 10:14:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "That's the plan, that's the hope,"

reuters-en Wednesday, May 29, 2019 10:14:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "We are seeing a dramatic increase over the past few months in the number of security incidents in the area of North Kivu, which lies at the epicentre of this ebola outbreak,"

globalsecurity Wednesday, May 29, 2019 7:57:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "This Ebola response is one of the most complex health emergencies the world has faced,"

globalsecurity Wednesday, May 29, 2019 7:57:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "I'm hopeful that this new structure will bring the much-needed stability, safety and clarity, and enable the response to proceed,"

globalsecurity Wednesday, May 29, 2019 7:57:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “We are seeing a dramatic increase over the past few months in the number of security incidents in the area of North Kivu, which lies at the epicentre of this ebola outbreak,”

reliefWeb Wednesday, May 29, 2019 12:21:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “This Ebola response is one of the most complex health emergencies the world has faced,”

reliefWeb Wednesday, May 29, 2019 12:21:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “I’m hopeful that this new structure will bring the much-needed stability, safety and clarity, and enable the response to proceed,”

reliefWeb Wednesday, May 29, 2019 12:21:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “We are seeing a dramatic increase over the past few months in the number of security incidents in the area of North Kivu, which lies at the epicentre of this ebola outbreak,”

AfricaNews-English Tuesday, May 28, 2019 10:34:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “This Ebola response is one of the most complex health emergencies the world has faced,”

AfricaNews-English Tuesday, May 28, 2019 10:34:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “I’m hopeful that this new structure will bring the much-needed stability, safety and clarity, and enable the response to proceed,”

AfricaNews-English Tuesday, May 28, 2019 10:34:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “We are seeing a dramatic increase over the past few months in the number of security incidents in the area of North Kivu, which lies at the epicentre of this ebola outbreak,”

un-org Tuesday, May 28, 2019 10:27:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “This Ebola response is one of the most complex health emergencies the world has faced,”

un-org Tuesday, May 28, 2019 10:27:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “I’m hopeful that this new structure will bring the much-needed stability, safety and clarity, and enable the response to proceed,”

un-org Tuesday, May 28, 2019 10:27:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “We are seeing a dramatic increase over the past few months in the number of security incidents in the area of North Kivu, which lies at the epicentre of this ebola outbreak,”

unmultimedia-en Tuesday, May 28, 2019 9:57:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “This Ebola response is one of the most complex health emergencies the world has faced,”

unmultimedia-en Tuesday, May 28, 2019 9:57:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “I’m hopeful that this new structure will bring the much-needed stability, safety and clarity, and enable the response to proceed,”

unmultimedia-en Tuesday, May 28, 2019 9:57:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “We are seeing a dramatic increase over the past few months in the number of security incidents in the area of North Kivu, which lies at the epicentre of this ebola outbreak,”

foreignaffairs-nz Tuesday, May 28, 2019 9:38:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “This Ebola response is one of the most complex health emergencies the world has faced,”

foreignaffairs-nz Tuesday, May 28, 2019 9:38:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “I’m hopeful that this new structure will bring the much-needed stability, safety and clarity, and enable the response to proceed,”

foreignaffairs-nz Tuesday, May 28, 2019 9:38:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "We are hopeful that the way things are going, sometime early next year it might be possible,"

trust2 Tuesday, May 28, 2019 8:52:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "That's the plan, that's the hope,"

trust2 Tuesday, May 28, 2019 8:52:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “In South Sudan, women and children are dying because they do not have access to the healthcare services they need. We are pleased to be able to help to reverse that trend through the donation of ambulances to four of the country’s hospitals,”

reliefWeb Tuesday, May 28, 2019 4:02:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti says : “With rates for cervical cancer up to six times higher in the African region than in North America, we can see that the disease is one of inequity,”

scidev-sub-saharan-africa Friday, May 24, 2019 6:22:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The World Health Organization welcomes the Pan-African Parliament’s resolution to establish a caucus dedicated to strengthening immunization across Africa. The high cost of disease outbreaks we have witnessed across the continent in human suffering and economic damage points to the urgent need for political leadership and collective action to ensure that everyone across Africa has access to basic health services,”

modernghana Thursday, May 23, 2019 11:19:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Algeria is where the malaria parasite was first discovered in humans almost a century and a half ago, and that was a significant milestone in responding to the disease,”

AfricaNews-English Thursday, May 23, 2019 5:54:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Algeria has shown the rest of Africa that malaria can be beaten through country leadership, bold action, sound investment and science. The rest of the continent can learn from this experience,”

zmescience Thursday, May 23, 2019 4:00:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Algeria is where the malaria parasite was first discovered in humans almost a century and a half ago, and that was a significant milestone in responding to the disease,”

reliefWeb Thursday, May 23, 2019 2:58:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Algeria is where the malaria parasite was first discovered in humans almost a century and a half ago, and that was a significant milestone in responding to the disease,”

leadership Thursday, May 23, 2019 5:00:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "Algeria is where the malaria parasite was first discovered in humans almost a century and a half ago, and that was a significant milestone in responding to the disease,"

thepeninsulaqatar Wednesday, May 22, 2019 10:11:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Algeria is where the malaria parasite was first discovered in humans almost a century and a half ago, and that was a significant milestone in responding to the disease,”

africa-newsroom Wednesday, May 22, 2019 3:29:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Algeria is where the malaria parasite was first discovered in humans almost a century and a half ago, and that was a significant milestone in responding to the disease,”

news-yahoo Wednesday, May 22, 2019 3:06:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “With rates for cervical cancer up to six times higher in the African region than in North America, we can see that the disease is one of inequity,”

AfricaNews-English Thursday, May 16, 2019 10:43:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “With rates for cervical cancer up to six times higher in the African region than in North America, we can see that the disease is one of inequity,”

africa-newsroom Thursday, May 16, 2019 10:16:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Cases are increasing because of violent acts that set us back each time”

themirror Wednesday, May 15, 2019 5:43:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti déclaré : ''Nous savons qu'une bonne santé contribue à l'amélioration du développement des résultats ''

adiac-congo Wednesday, May 8, 2019 2:08:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti renchéri : «La fierté et le respect que j’éprouve pour mes extraordinaires collègues n’en sont aujourd’hui que plus grands »

adiac-congo Saturday, May 4, 2019 3:36:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "We need the security situation to be under control for [health workers] and for the local people,"

upi Saturday, May 4, 2019 1:31:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “This worrisome rise in cases is a further call to action” “In the end, it is only through the ownership by all the affected communities that the outbreak will end”

news-yahoo Saturday, May 4, 2019 12:03:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Some would have Ebola drive us apart. We can only defeat it if we all work together,”

news-yahoo Saturday, May 4, 2019 12:03:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “This worrisome rise in cases is a further call to action” “In the end, it is only through the ownership by all the affected communities that the outbreak will end”

news-yahoo Friday, May 3, 2019 6:33:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Some would have Ebola drive us apart. We can only defeat it if we all work together,”

news-yahoo Friday, May 3, 2019 6:33:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “My pride and respect for my extraordinary colleagues has only grown,” “They have been through something unimaginable and yet are willing to continue this vital work. We need the security situation to be under control for them and for the local people. During our mission, we had fruitful discussions with the partners who provide security cover to see what more could be done. Meanwhile, we will continue to work with various groups and embed our response at the community level”

AfricaNews-English Wednesday, May 1, 2019 9:51:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “We will continue to adjust the response, as we have done for each context in each community,” “This worrisome rise in cases is a further call to action. In the end, it is only through the ownership by all the affected communities that the outbreak will end. Some would have Ebola drive us apart. We can only defeat it if we all work together”

AfricaNews-English Wednesday, May 1, 2019 9:51:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti dit : "a traversé quelque chose d'inimaginable et souhaite néanmoins poursuivre ce travail vital"

french.china.org.cn Wednesday, May 1, 2019 5:51:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti dit : "Cette augmentation inquiétante du nombre de cas est un autre appel à l'action"

french.china.org.cn Wednesday, May 1, 2019 5:51:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “We will continue to adjust the response, as we have done for each context in each community,”

unmultimedia-en Wednesday, May 1, 2019 12:48:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “My pride and respect for my extraordinary colleagues has only grown,” “They have been through something unimaginable and yet are willing to continue this vital work. We need the security situation to be under control for them and for the local people. During our mission, we had fruitful discussions with the partners who provide security cover to see what more could be done. Meanwhile, we will continue to work with various groups and embed our response at the community level”

reliefWeb Tuesday, April 30, 2019 11:42:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “We will continue to adjust the response, as we have done for each context in each community,” “This worrisome rise in cases is a further call to action. In the end, it is only through the ownership by all the affected communities that the outbreak will end. Some would have Ebola drive us apart. We can only defeat it if we all work together”

reliefWeb Tuesday, April 30, 2019 11:42:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti noted : “Your efforts and specifically your leadership are critical in ensuring that adequate capacities and capabilities are effectively implemented in your areas of jurisdiction and your countries, to timely prevent and contain EVD,”

reliefWeb Tuesday, April 30, 2019 1:28:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti noted : “We should continue to act together to overcome the gaps identified so that countries are prepared for the potential threat of Ebola!”

reliefWeb Tuesday, April 30, 2019 1:28:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "Malaria is a constant threat in the African communities where this vaccine will be given. The poorest children suffer the most and are at highest risk of death,"

newindianexpress Thursday, April 25, 2019 5:23:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "We know the power of vaccines to prevent killer diseases and reach children, including those who may not have immediate access to the doctors, nurses and health facilities they need to save them when severe illness comes," "This is a day to celebrate as we begin to learn more about what this tool can do to change the trajectory of malaria through childhood vaccination,"

newindianexpress Thursday, April 25, 2019 5:23:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “This is, therefore, a day to celebrate as we begin to learn more about what this tool can do to change the trajectory of malaria through childhood vaccination,”

thenewsnigeria Thursday, April 25, 2019 10:40:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “This is a day to celebrate as we begin to learn more about what this tool can do to change the trajectory of malaria through childhood vaccination,”

clubofmozambique Wednesday, April 24, 2019 9:16:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti explained : “We know the power of vaccines to prevent killer diseases and reach children, including those who may not have immediate access to the doctors, nurses and health facilities they need to save them when severe illness comes,”

clubofmozambique Wednesday, April 24, 2019 9:16:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Malaria is a constant threat in the African communities where this vaccine will be given. The poorest children suffer the most and are at highest risk of death,”

financialexpress Wednesday, April 24, 2019 2:31:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “We know the power of vaccines to prevent killer diseases and reach children, including those who may not have immediate access to the doctors, nurses and health facilities they need to save them when severe illness comes,” “This is a day to celebrate as we begin to learn more about what this tool can do to change the trajectory of malaria through childhood vaccination,”

financialexpress Wednesday, April 24, 2019 2:31:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "Malaria is a constant threat in the African communities where this vaccine will be given. The poorest children suffer the most and are at highest risk of death,"

ibtimes-in Wednesday, April 24, 2019 2:03:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "Malaria is a constant threat in the African communities where this vaccine will be given. The poorest children suffer the most and are at highest risk of death,"

dnaindia Wednesday, April 24, 2019 1:59:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "We know the power of vaccines to prevent killer diseases and reach children, including those who may not have immediate access to the doctors, nurses and health facilities they need to save them when severe illness comes," "This is a day to celebrate as we begin to learn more about what this tool can do to change the trajectory of malaria through childhood vaccination,"

dnaindia Wednesday, April 24, 2019 1:59:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "Malaria is a constant threat in the African communities where this vaccine will be given. The poorest children suffer the most and are at highest risk of death,"

business-standard Wednesday, April 24, 2019 12:55:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “This is a day to celebrate as we begin to learn more about what this tool can do to change the trajectory of malaria through childhood vaccination,”

peoplesdaily-online Wednesday, April 24, 2019 12:23:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti afirmou : “A malária é uma ameaça constante nas comunidades africanas onde esta vacina será administrada. As crianças mais pobres sofrem mais e estão em maior risco de morte”

noticias-r7 Tuesday, April 23, 2019 7:43:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Malaria is a constant threat in the African communities where this vaccine will be given. The poorest children suffer the most and are at highest risk of death,”

AfricaNews-English Tuesday, April 23, 2019 5:08:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “This is a day to celebrate as we begin to learn more about what this tool can do to change the trajectory of malaria through childhood vaccination,”

dailytrust Tuesday, April 23, 2019 4:54:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “This is a day to celebrate as we begin to learn more about what this tool can do to change the trajectory of malaria through childhood vaccination,”

leadership Tuesday, April 23, 2019 4:45:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Malaria is a constant threat in the African communities where this vaccine will be given. The poorest children suffer the most and are at highest risk of death,”

reliefWeb Tuesday, April 23, 2019 1:28:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti explained : "Overlaying the geographical location of the mobile phone signal and the route of the roads, we noticed that sometimes visits were only made along the main road and not to the most remote places, which is where we need to be if there is a problem,"

AfricaNews-English Thursday, April 11, 2019 9:58:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said ( about Director General ) : “In Africa, the recurrence of major public health events – There were over 100 in 2018 – means that there can be no health security without UHC, and no UHC without health security. This is why our Director-General Dr Tedros talks about Global Health Security and UHC being two sides of a same coin. A safer world benefits everyone, UHC benefits everyone,”

zbc Monday, April 8, 2019 7:10:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “As a target of Sustainable Development Goal, three universal health coverage would require countries in the WHO African Region to spend, on average, at least $ 271 per capita per year on health, or 7.5% of the region’s gross domestic product.”

thisdayonline Saturday, April 6, 2019 11:11:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “I saw the pediatric ward of Pontagera Health Center (in Beira) had been completely destroyed, the roof had been torn off and the equipment and supplies ruined by water,”

newsday Thursday, April 4, 2019 7:21:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti afirmou : “Estamos a trabalhar para apoiar o Governo, com outros parceiros, para vacinar a população para que possamos conter a epidemia de cólera”

portaldeangola Wednesday, April 3, 2019 9:32:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti afirmou : "Estamos a trabalhar para apoiar o Governo, com outros parceiros, para vacinar a população para que possamos conter a epidemia de cólera"

deutschewelle-pt_BR Wednesday, April 3, 2019 3:16:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The next few weeks are crucial and speed is of the essence if we are to save lives and limit suffering,”

africa-newsroom Tuesday, April 2, 2019 1:56:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "I saw the pediatric ward of Pontagera Health Center (in Beira) had been completely destroyed, the roof had been torn off and the equipment and supplies ruined by water,"

clickondetroit Tuesday, April 2, 2019 1:29:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The next few weeks are crucial and speed is of the essence if we are to save lives and limit suffering,”

modernghana Tuesday, April 2, 2019 12:48:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The next few weeks are crucial and speed is of the essence if we are to save lives and limit suffering,”

reliefWeb Tuesday, April 2, 2019 11:23:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti indiqué : "Notre intention est de mettre en place des mesures sanitaires aussi fortes que possible dans les trois mois à venir, non seulement contre le choléra, mais également contre d'autres épidémies"

french.china.org.cn Tuesday, April 2, 2019 2:16:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The next few weeks are crucial and speed is of the essence if we are to save lives and limit suffering,”

AfricaNews-English Monday, April 1, 2019 11:59:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The next few weeks are crucial and speed is of the essence if we are to save lives and limit suffering,”

africa-newsroom Monday, April 1, 2019 11:07:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “A panel of independent evaluators assessed and profiled the innovations in terms of the potential for making impact as well as ability to be scaled up in a sustainable way. More than a third of the submissions came from women,”

nation-ke Monday, April 1, 2019 4:18:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “We see the recent increase in cases being directly linked to episodes of violence in the past few weeks targeting healthcare facilities that are providing care for the Ebola outbreak,”

modernghana Saturday, March 30, 2019 2:40:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti told : “We don't see this as communities attacking the responders, we see the actions of these armed groups that are attacking clinics and sometimes killing people,”

modernghana Saturday, March 30, 2019 2:40:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “We see the recent increase in cases being directly linked to episodes of violence in the past few weeks targeting healthcare facilities that are providing care for the Ebola outbreak,”

rfi-en Saturday, March 30, 2019 1:55:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti told : “We don’t see this as communities attacking the responders, we see the actions of these armed groups that are attacking clinics and sometimes killing people,”

rfi-en Saturday, March 30, 2019 1:55:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti noted : “I think the message is very simple: it’s wasteful not to invest in health. Health is a good investment, and where countries are grappling with different strategies to grow GDP, it would be really unwise to ignore this fact,”

thegrio Thursday, March 28, 2019 11:58:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The unpredictability of public revenues combined with mounting debt pressure is limiting the potential fiscal space that can be made available for health. Private financing sources have filled the gap, but either with out-of-pocket expenses that result in financial hardship or insufficient voluntary private health insurance that is not effective in extending service coverage to those that need it”

thisdayonline Thursday, March 28, 2019 12:46:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “As a target of Sustainable Development Goal, three universal health coverages would require countries in the WHO African region to spend on average at least $ 271 per capita per year on health, or 7.5 percent of the region gross domestic product,”

thisdayonline Thursday, March 28, 2019 12:46:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “It is not by accident that we asked to bring this Forum to Praia,”

AfricaNews-English Tuesday, March 26, 2019 9:50:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “As we mourn the lives lost, we must also recognize that thousands of people have been protected from this terrifying disease,”

wqad Monday, March 25, 2019 5:12:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "As we mourn the lives lost, we must also recognize that thousands of people have been protected from this terrifying disease,"

news4jax Monday, March 25, 2019 10:09:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “As we mourn the lives lost, we must also recognize that thousands of people have been protected from this terrifying disease,”

reliefWeb Sunday, March 24, 2019 2:18:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti prévenu : "Le déplacement d'un grand nombre de personnes et les inondations provoquées par le cyclone Idai augmentent significativement les risques de paludisme, de typhoïde et de choléra"

ipreunion Saturday, March 23, 2019 5:57:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "The displacement of large numbers of people and the flooding triggered by Cyclone Idai significantly increases the risk of malaria, typhoid and cholera,"

terradaily Friday, March 22, 2019 6:06:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "The displacement of large numbers of people and the flooding triggered by Cyclone Idai significantly increases the risk of malaria, typhoid and cholera,"

EastAfrican Friday, March 22, 2019 11:29:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "The displacement of large numbers of people and the flooding triggered by Cyclone Idai significantly increases the risk of malaria, typhoid and cholera,"

nation-ke Friday, March 22, 2019 10:16:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "The displacement of large numbers of people and the flooding triggered by Cyclone Idai significantly increases the risk of malaria, typhoid and cholera,"

nation-ke Friday, March 22, 2019 8:53:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The displacement of large numbers of people and the flooding triggered by Cyclone Idai significantly increases the risk of malaria, typhoid and cholera,”

gulf-times Friday, March 22, 2019 2:41:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti prévenu : "Le déplacement d'un grand nombre de personnes et les inondations provoquées par le cyclone Idai augmentent significativement les risques de paludisme, de typhoïde et de choléra"

la-croix Friday, March 22, 2019 12:20:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti prévenu : «Le déplacement d'un grand nombre de personnes et les inondations provoquées par le cyclone Idai augmentent significativement les risques de paludisme, de typhoïde et de choléra»

lapresse-CA Friday, March 22, 2019 12:18:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti prévenu : «Le déplacement d’un grand nombre de personnes et les inondations provoquées par le cyclone Idai augmentent significativement les risques de paludisme, de typhoïde et de choléra»

dna-france Thursday, March 21, 2019 11:59:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti prévenu : «Le déplacement d’un grand nombre de personnes et les inondations provoquées par le cyclone Idai augmentent significativement les risques de paludisme, de typhoïde et de choléra»

estrepublicain Thursday, March 21, 2019 11:41:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "The displacement of large numbers of people and the flooding triggered by Cyclone Idai significantly increases the risk of malaria, typhoid and cholera,"

RTERadio Thursday, March 21, 2019 11:38:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "The displacement of large numbers of people and the flooding triggered by Cyclone Idai significantly increases the risk of malaria, typhoid and cholera,"

thedailystarBD Thursday, March 21, 2019 11:21:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti prévenu : «Le déplacement d’un grand nombre de personnes et les inondations provoquées par le cyclone Idai augmentent significativement les risques de paludisme, de typhoïde et de choléra»

vosgesmatin Thursday, March 21, 2019 10:56:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti prévenu : "Le déplacement d'un grand nombre de personnes et les inondations provoquées par le cyclone Idai augmentent significativement les risques de paludisme, de typhoïde et de choléra"

tv5 Thursday, March 21, 2019 10:39:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti prévenu : «Le déplacement d’un grand nombre de personnes et les inondations provoquées par le cyclone Idai augmentent significativement les risques de paludisme, de typhoïde et de choléra»

lalsace Thursday, March 21, 2019 10:39:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti prévenu : «Le déplacement d’un grand nombre de personnes et les inondations provoquées par le cyclone Idai augmentent significativement les risques de paludisme, de typhoïde et de choléra»

republicain-lorrain Thursday, March 21, 2019 10:31:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti prévenu : «Le déplacement d’un grand nombre de personnes et les inondations provoquées par le cyclone Idai augmentent significativement les risques de paludisme, de typhoïde et de choléra»

ledauphine Thursday, March 21, 2019 9:30:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti prévenu : "Le déplacement d'un grand nombre de personnes et les inondations provoquées par le cyclone Idai augmentent significativement les risques de paludisme, de typhoïde et de choléra"

lamontagne Thursday, March 21, 2019 9:13:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti prévenu : "Le déplacement d'un grand nombre de personnes et les inondations provoquées par le cyclone Idai augmentent significativement les risques de paludisme, de typhoïde et de choléra"

la-croix Thursday, March 21, 2019 8:54:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "The displacement of large numbers of people and the flooding triggered by Cyclone Idai significantly increases the risk of malaria, typhoid and cholera,"

business-standard Thursday, March 21, 2019 8:39:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The displacement of large numbers of people and the flooding triggered by Cyclone Idai significantly increases the risk of malaria, typhoid and cholera,”

themalaymailonline Thursday, March 21, 2019 8:37:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti prévenu : "Le déplacement d'un grand nombre de personnes et les inondations provoquées par le cyclone Idai augmentent significativement les risques de paludisme, de typhoïde et de choléra"

slateafrique Thursday, March 21, 2019 8:28:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti prévenu : "Le déplacement d'un grand nombre de personnes et les inondations provoquées par le cyclone Idai augmentent significativement les risques de paludisme, de typhoïde et de choléra"

larepubliquedespyrenees Thursday, March 21, 2019 6:35:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti prévenu : "Le déplacement d'un grand nombre de personnes et les inondations provoquées par le cyclone Idai augmentent significativement les risques de paludisme, de typhoïde et de choléra"

challenges Thursday, March 21, 2019 6:16:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti prévenu : "Le déplacement d'un grand nombre de personnes et les inondations provoquées par le cyclone Idai augmentent significativement les risques de paludisme, de typhoïde et de choléra"

la-croix Thursday, March 21, 2019 5:22:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The displacement of large numbers of people and the flooding triggered by Cyclone Idai significantly increases the risk of malaria, typhoid and cholera,”

AfricaNews-English Thursday, March 21, 2019 1:24:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The displacement of large numbers of people and the flooding triggered by Cyclone Idai significantly increases the risk of malaria, typhoid and cholera,”

africa-newsroom Thursday, March 21, 2019 12:30:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti says : “Africa’s health challenges have become increasingly complex,”

AfricaNews-English Wednesday, March 13, 2019 5:48:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The amount of response from the Innovation Challenge affirms the enthusiasm, especially among young people, to make a difference and contribute to the health care system on the continent. Health innovators have found a new home at WHO, where their innovative ideas will be supported in partnership with our network of stakeholders,”

africanbrains Wednesday, March 13, 2019 2:00:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “I am pleased that this meeting has enabled us to clarify essential elements of our cooperation. I take this opportunity to reiterate WHO’s commitment to support Congo in its efforts towards universal health coverage”

reliefWeb Sunday, March 10, 2019 3:40:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The amount of response from the Innovation Challenge affirms the enthusiasm, especially among young people, to make a difference and contribute to the health care system on the continent. Health innovators have found a new home at WHO, where their innovative ideas will be supported in partnership with our network of stakeholders,”

AfricaNews-English Friday, March 8, 2019 5:12:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti déclaré : «L'Algérie est un modèle qui pourrait inspirer d'autres pays africains en matière de politique sanitaire»

elmoudjahid Saturday, February 16, 2019 12:36:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti stated : “WHO continues to advise all countries in the Lassa fever belt to enhance their preparedness and response capacities, especially for early case detection, laboratory confirmation, case management under recommended barrier nursing, risk communication and community engagement,”

dailytimes-NG Sunday, February 10, 2019 4:25:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “An important focus is on early detection and confirmation of suspected cases, providing optimal supportive care and ensuring infection prevention and control measures in designated healthcare facilities in the affected states,”

thenewsnigeria Friday, February 8, 2019 11:14:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti added : “Sadly, most cancer patients in Africa are diagnosed at a late stage and the prognosis for a positive outcome is lessened, even in cases where treatment is available and affordable,”

dailytimes-NG Tuesday, February 5, 2019 5:50:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “A future without cancer is within our individual and collective grasp. As this year’s theme enjoins us, let us all individually and collectively resolve to end the injustice of preventable suffering from cancer as part of our commitment for Universal Health Coverage and the larger push to leave no one behind,”

foreignaffairs-nz Monday, February 4, 2019 5:23:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Cancer prevention and the creation of a culture of health is an essential mission of government, beyond the traditional health-focused departments, like health ministries. Stakeholders should address the current inadequate access to cancer diagnostics and therapies, the lack of knowledge on cancer and low health literacy levels, culturally inappropriate cancer prevention materials, mistrust of the health care system, and fatalism regarding cancer cure,”

foreignaffairs-nz Monday, February 4, 2019 5:23:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : ''By vaccinating children, we are doing more than preventing diseases and saving lives. We are also ensuring that children get the education they deserve and returning valuable time to their families because they no longer need to make long hospital visits. Vaccinations also release scarce government funds,''

nation-ke Saturday, February 2, 2019 9:41:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "It is absolutely vital that we are prepared for any potential case of Ebola spreading beyond the Democratic Republic of the Congo,"

allafrica Saturday, February 2, 2019 4:41:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “It is absolutely vital that we are prepared for any potential case of Ebola spreading beyond the Democratic Republic of the Congo,”

TheFrontierPost-en Wednesday, January 30, 2019 9:58:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “It is absolutely vital that we are prepared for any potential case of Ebola spreading beyond the Democratic Republic of the Congo,”

EastAfrican Tuesday, January 29, 2019 5:10:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “It is absolutely vital that we are prepared for any potential case of Ebola spreading beyond the Democratic Republic of the Congo,”

radiotamazuj Tuesday, January 29, 2019 4:20:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “It is absolutely vital that we are prepared for any potential case of Ebola spreading beyond the Democratic Republic of the Congo,”

sudantribune Tuesday, January 29, 2019 1:36:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “It is absolutely vital that we are prepared for any potential case of Ebola spreading beyond the Democratic Republic of the Congo,”

modernghana Monday, January 28, 2019 6:36:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “It is absolutely vital that we are prepared for any potential case of Ebola spreading beyond the Democratic Republic of the Congo,”

reliefWeb Monday, January 28, 2019 5:21:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “By vaccinating children, we are doing more than preventing disease and saving lives. We are also ensuring that children get the education they deserve and returning valuable time to their families because they no longer need to make long hospital visits. Vaccinations also release scarce government funds,”

EastAfrican Saturday, January 26, 2019 2:33:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “By vaccinating children, we are doing more than preventing diseases and saving lives. We are also ensuring that children get the education they deserve and returning valuable time to their families because they no longer need to make long hospital visits. Vaccinations also release scarce government funds,”

leadership Thursday, January 24, 2019 6:35:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “By vaccinating children, we are doing more than preventing diseases and saving lives. We are also ensuring that children get the education they deserve and returning valuable time to their families because they no longer need to make long hospital visits. Vaccinations also release scarce government funds,”

AfricaNews-English Wednesday, January 23, 2019 11:38:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti déclaré : "Nous ne devrions pas perdre davantage l'avenir de l'Afrique à cause du sida"

french.china.org.cn Thursday, January 17, 2019 5:20:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Having diabetes can also drain family finances when people with diabetes have to pay out of their own pockets for treatment. Disability or premature death due to diabetes can push families into poverty. Diabetes is also a huge burden on the health care system and the national economy,”

thenationonlineng Friday, January 11, 2019 3:02:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti says : “This is a major African milestone and we are very proud of Tanzania’s achievement, which we hope will inspire other countries in the region,”

ngrguardiannews Friday, December 28, 2018 6:24:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti : "Ebola a été vaincu grâce à la mobilisation de tous "

bbc-french-africa Sunday, December 23, 2018 4:44:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti says : "This is a major African milestone and we are very proud of Tanzania's achievement, which we hope will inspire other countries in the region,"

allafrica Tuesday, December 11, 2018 11:55:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti says : “This is a major African milestone and we are very proud of Tanzania’s achievement, which we hope will inspire other countries in the region,”

jamiiforums Tuesday, December 11, 2018 8:03:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti says : “This is a major African milestone and we are very proud of Tanzania’s achievement, which we hope will inspire other countries in the region,”

jamiiforums Tuesday, December 11, 2018 1:58:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Uganda has led an exemplary response. Health authorities and partners, with the support of WHO, were able to detect and control the spread of Marburg Virus Disease within a matter of weeks,”

EastAfrican Saturday, December 9, 2017 11:18:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Overweight and obesity are risk factors for cardiovascular disease, diabetes and some cancers in later life. Overweight and obese children and adolescents also experience psycho-social problems such as bullying, stigma and poor education attainment,”

herald Wednesday, November 15, 2017 5:34:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Policies that increase availability of nutritious and healthy foods such as fruits and vegetables should be promoted. Fiscal measures should be taken to increase the price of foods high in fat, sugar and salt in order to reduce their consumption,”

herald Wednesday, November 15, 2017 5:34:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The partnership will tap into this smart, cost-effective solutions by harnessing Africa’s digital revolution to strengthen health systems, such as health service delivery, health, medical information, informing and educating communities. Our two organizations are committed to expanding the use of ICTs in health to contribute to the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals SDGs, particularly universal health coverage in Africa,”

reliefWeb Sunday, October 29, 2017 2:58:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The African region had made tremendous progress towards polio eradication, from accounting for almost half of the global polio burden with 128 cases in 2012, to 4 cases in 2016,”

coastweek Friday, October 27, 2017 4:36:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Over 190,000 polio vaccinators simultaneously immunized more than 116 million children under five in 13 countries in coordinated effort in west and central Africa,”

coastweek Friday, October 27, 2017 4:36:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “As a region, our surveillance efforts are presently not meeting the mark. A number of countries have sub-optimal surveillance in both secure and insecure areas,” “They should recommit to strengthen surveillance urgently”

coastweek Friday, October 27, 2017 4:36:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Since the launch of the Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI) nearly 30 years ago, new cases of polio have dropped by 99.9 per cent, from about 350,000 cases annually, when the world saw about 1,000 cases per day in the 1980s, to just 37 cases globally in 2016,”

nation-ke Thursday, October 26, 2017 2:39:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti afirmou : “Num exemplo de melhores práticas, líderes políticos e comunitários comprometeram-se em garantir o sucesso da maior campanha de vacinação contra a poliomielite em África. Mais de 190.000 vacinadores imunizaram, em simultâneo, mais de 116 milhões de crianças menores de cinco anos contra a pólio, em 13 países, num esforço coordenado a nível da África Ocidental e Central. Voluntários e profissionais de saúde viajaram a pé ou de bicicleta, trabalhando até 12 horas por dia, muitas das vezes sob temperaturas elevadas acima dos 40 graus centígrados”

jornaldeangola Thursday, October 26, 2017 2:10:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The African region had made tremendous progress towards polio eradication, from accounting for almost half of the global polio burden with 128 cases in 2012, to four cases in 2016,”

ngrguardiannews Tuesday, October 24, 2017 7:28:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Over 190,000 polio vaccinators simultaneously immunized more than 116 million children under five in 13 countries in coordinated effort in west and central Africa,”

ngrguardiannews Tuesday, October 24, 2017 7:28:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “What is needed now is to bring together the development partners, donors, like the World Bank, and African Development Bank, who are interested in development and less involved in humanitarian response, and ensure that they get engaged now to understand the investment government and others have made, and prepare themselves to help transition to rebuilding the health system in the northeast because rebuilding is better,”

dailytrust Monday, October 16, 2017 7:19:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti says : “Although equal opportunity laws for people with disability in the workplace exist in many countries, mental illness is associated with the greatest disadvantage in terms of employment rates,” “Social acceptance of people with mental health illnesses has not improved much in the last 20 years”

dailytrust Saturday, October 14, 2017 8:07:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The prospect of a malaria vaccine is great news. Information gathered in the pilot will help us make decisions on the wider use of this vaccine,”

africanbrains Wednesday, October 4, 2017 5:03:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “With the project coming to an end, the project partners will meet in Zanzibar from 19 to 21 September to take stock of achievements and devise a way forward,”

onlinenigeria Tuesday, September 19, 2017 10:39:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “To some extent, the programs are relatively underfunded and need more resources,” “TB should be given serious attention”

thezimbabwemail Wednesday, August 30, 2017 9:14:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "To some extent, the programs are relatively underfunded and need more resources," "TB should be given serious attention"

deutschewelle-en Wednesday, August 30, 2017 8:38:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Togo is the first country in the African Region to achieve WHO’s validation of elimination of lymphatic filariasis as a public health problem,”

sunnewsonline Tuesday, August 29, 2017 6:46:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “We are able to declare the end of one of the largest and most challenging yellow fever outbreaks in recent years through the strong and coordinated response by national authorities, local health workers and partners,”

un-org Thursday, February 16, 2017 12:18:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “We are able to declare the end of one of the largest and most challenging yellow fever outbreak in recent years through the strong and coordinated response by national authorities, local health workers and partners,”

reliefWeb Wednesday, February 15, 2017 4:46:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Vaccines are among the most effective public health tools available,”

reliefWeb Tuesday, January 31, 2017 8:40:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The Ministerial Conference achieved its goal of uniting leaders from across Africa behind the single goal of reaching every child with the vaccines they need,”

nigeriamasterweb Thursday, December 22, 2016 6:56:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "It is incredible that such a large and diverse group of partners have come together to protect people against yellow fever,"

reliefWeb Wednesday, December 7, 2016 6:49:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti explained : "The current battle against yellow fever in Angola and the Democratic Republic of the Congo is coming to a close," "But the broader war against the disease is just getting started"

reliefWeb Wednesday, December 7, 2016 6:49:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "Disease outbreaks and public health crises - many of which began in animals - have taken lives and livelihoods, severely impacted our industries and economies and taken a serious toll on our already stretched public health workforces,"

allafrica Tuesday, November 15, 2016 1:22:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Disease outbreaks and public health crises many of which began in animals have taken lives and livelihoods, severely impacted our industries and economies, and taken a serious toll on our already-stretched public health workforces,”

dailytrust Monday, November 14, 2016 6:39:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “In the African Region, due to poor investment and limited professionals in the area of mental health, PFA is not always available when a crisis arises. National disaster management authorities are encouraged to consider having teams ready who could travel to disaster-affected regions to orient local first responders in psychological first aid when disaster strikes,”

reliefWeb Saturday, October 8, 2016 12:33:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “WHO congratulates the DRC for successfully conducting this complex logistical emergency vaccination campaign in record time of 10 days including very hard to reach areas,”

reliefWeb Tuesday, September 6, 2016 9:35:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Vaccination remains the key strategy to control the largely urban yellow fever outbreak in the DRC as it is the most effective protection against yellow fever,”

reliefWeb Tuesday, September 6, 2016 9:35:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "While the Ebola outbreak in the DRC has won the world’s attention and progress is being made in saving lives, we must not forget the other urgent health needs the country faces,"

iran-daily Thursday, December 5, 2019 8:36:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "While the Ebola outbreak in the DRC has won the world’s attention and progress is being made in saving lives, we must not forget the other urgent health needs the country faces,"

PressTVEnglish Thursday, December 5, 2019 7:54:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "While the Ebola outbreak in the DRC has won the world's attention and progress is being made in saving lives, we must not forget the other urgent health needs the country faces,"

trust Thursday, December 5, 2019 7:33:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti amesema : “wakati mlipuko wa Ebola nchini DRC umepatiwa msukumo mkubwa wa kimataifa na mchakato ukiendelea katika kuokoa maisha , tunapaswa kutosahau dharura na mahitaji mengine ya haraka ya kiafya yanayoikabili nchi hii. Kampeni hii mpya ya chanjo inalenga kuwalinda Watoto Kivu Kaskazini pamoja na maeneo mengine ya nchi kutokana na ugonjwa ambao unaweza kuzuilika kirahisi na chanjo”

unmultimedia Thursday, December 5, 2019 7:32:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "While the Ebola outbreak in the DRC has won the world’s attention and progress is being made in saving lives, we must not forget the other urgent health needs the country faces,"

presstv Thursday, December 5, 2019 7:00:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “While the Ebola outbreak in the DRC has won the world’s attention and progress is being made in saving lives, we must not forget the other urgent health needs the country faces,”

reliefWeb Thursday, December 5, 2019 6:53:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "While the Ebola outbreak in the DRC has won the world’s attention and progress is being made in saving lives, we must not forget the other urgent health needs the country faces,"

channelnewsasia Thursday, December 5, 2019 5:01:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "While the Ebola outbreak in the DRC has won the world’s attention and progress is being made in saving lives, we must not forget the other urgent health needs the country faces,"

news-yahoo Thursday, December 5, 2019 4:24:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "While the Ebola outbreak in the DRC has won the world’s attention and progress is being made in saving lives, we must not forget the other urgent health needs the country faces,"

wsau Thursday, December 5, 2019 4:17:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "While the Ebola outbreak in the DRC has won the world’s attention and progress is being made in saving lives, we must not forget the other urgent health needs the country faces,"

reuters-en Thursday, December 5, 2019 3:11:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “VPD surveillance is not only a valuable investment that will help countries reach immunisation targets,”

independent-UG Wednesday, December 4, 2019 7:32:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “While we are seeing glimpses of progress in these countries, the numbers are still not what we were aiming for. More people are getting tested, and more people are getting onto treatment, but it is not enough,”

AfricaNews-English Wednesday, December 4, 2019 9:36:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti disse : “As vacinas estão entre os instrumentos mais eficazes de saúde pública disponíveis”

jornalf8 Monday, December 2, 2019 9:05:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “My heart goes out to the family and friends of the first responders killed in these attacks,”

yubanet Friday, November 29, 2019 11:21:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "This social media campaign aims to equip young Africans with the right information to start breaking the barriers that prevent them from getting support,"

angop Friday, November 29, 2019 8:03:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti déclaré : "Cette campagne sur les réseaux sociaux a pour objectif de fournir aux jeunes africains les bonnes informations afin de commencer à faire tomber les barrières qui les empêchent d'obtenir de l'aide"

french-news Friday, November 29, 2019 5:27:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti déclaré : "Cette campagne sur les réseaux sociaux a pour objectif de fournir aux jeunes africains les bonnes informations afin de commencer à faire tomber les barrières qui les empêchent d'obtenir de l'aide"

french.china.org.cn Friday, November 29, 2019 4:02:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "This social media campaign aims to equip young Africans with the right information to start breaking the barriers that prevent them from getting support,"

xinhuanet_en Friday, November 29, 2019 3:52:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “My heart goes out to the family and friends of the first responders killed in these attacks,”

AfricaNews-English Thursday, November 28, 2019 10:08:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “My heart goes out to the family and friends of the first responders killed in these attacks,”

reliefWeb Thursday, November 28, 2019 6:18:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Pooling vaccine procurement is a major step towards increasing immunization coverage in these countries and the African Region as a whole,”

dailytrust Saturday, November 9, 2019 12:02:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "Pooling vaccine procurement is a major step towards increasing immunization coverage in these countries and the African Region as a whole,"

reliefWeb Thursday, November 7, 2019 1:53:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti added : "This job is not finished until wild polio virus type 1 is globally eradicated, along with concerning outbreaks of circulating vaccine-derived polio virus"

bbc Friday, October 25, 2019 7:59:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The eradication of wild polio virus type three is a major milestone towards a polio-free world, but we cannot relax,”

ChinaPost Friday, October 25, 2019 7:29:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Countries must strengthen routine immunization to protect communities, ramp up routine surveillance so that we are able to detect even the slightest risk of polio re-emerging,”

ChinaPost Friday, October 25, 2019 7:29:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The eradication of wild polio virus type 3 is a major milestone towards a polio-free world, but we cannot relax,”

reuters-af Friday, October 25, 2019 11:53:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The eradication of wild polio virus type 3 is a major milestone towards a polio-free world, but we cannot relax,”

theglobeandmail Thursday, October 24, 2019 9:14:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "The eradication of wild polio virus type 3 is a major milestone towards a polio-free world, but we cannot relax,"

CBC Thursday, October 24, 2019 5:51:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "The eradication of wild polio virus type three is a major milestone towards a polio-free world, but we cannot relax ,"

dw-en Thursday, October 24, 2019 3:24:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "Countries must strengthen routine immunization to protect communities , ramp up routine surveillance so that we are able to detect even the slightest risk of polio re-emerging,"

dw-en Thursday, October 24, 2019 3:24:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "The eradication of wild polio virus type 3 is a major milestone towards a polio-free world, but we cannot relax,"

reuters-en Thursday, October 24, 2019 2:14:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti added : "This job is not finished until wild polio virus type 1 is globally eradicated, along with concerning outbreaks of circulating vaccine-derived polio virus"

bbc Thursday, October 24, 2019 2:11:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti added : "This job is not finished until wild poliovirus type 1 is globally eradicated, along with concerning outbreaks of circulating vaccine-derived poliovirus,"

reliefWeb Thursday, October 24, 2019 11:53:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti afirmou : “Nos últimos tempos, o Ébola tem estado no centro das atenções e outras doenças também representam uma ameaça significativa. Estes eventos destacam a imensa importância da colaboração transfronteiriça para melhorar a partilha e a troca de informações para conter rapidamente os surtos, harmonizar os recursos, aumentar a coordenação e impedir que as doenças atravessem as fronteiras”

dnoticias Tuesday, October 22, 2019 6:17:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "Diseases do not respect borders, and this Ebola outbreak in DR Congo has emphasized the significance of collaboration,"

yenisafak-en Tuesday, October 22, 2019 4:32:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “In recent times, Ebola has been in the spotlight. Other diseases also pose a significant threat. These events highlight the immense importance of cross-border collaboration to improve the sharing and exchange of information to quickly contain outbreaks, harmonize resources, increase coordination and stop diseases from crossing the borders,”

reliefWeb Tuesday, October 22, 2019 2:19:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Information sharing is improving, but we need to bring it to an acceptable level. We need countries to openly share information necessary to save lives. Our mission is to establish cross-border collaboration that will cover all outbreaks and all public health emergencies,”

reliefWeb Tuesday, October 22, 2019 2:19:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “In many parts of Africa, cervical cancer screening is limited, with very little capacity for managing advanced cases. This is largely due to insufficient access to health care services,”

modernghana Saturday, October 19, 2019 1:33:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “In many parts of Africa, cervical cancer screening is limited, with very little capacity for managing advanced cases. This is largely due to insufficient access to health care services,”

AfricaNews-English Friday, October 18, 2019 8:12:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti disse : “As vacinas estão entre os instrumentos mais eficazes de saúde pública disponíveis”

jornalf8 Friday, October 18, 2019 2:10:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “This is an extremely important exercise,”

AfricaNews-English Tuesday, October 15, 2019 6:40:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “This is an extremely important exercise,”

reliefWeb Tuesday, October 15, 2019 11:34:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti says : “We know that real-time reporting of quality health information saves lives – and it was for this reason that the regional centre for geographic information systems and innovative technologies was set up,”

AfricaNews-English Tuesday, October 8, 2019 7:52:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti says : “We know that real-time reporting of quality health information saves lives – and it was for this reason that the regional centre for geographic information systems and innovative technologies was set up,”

reliefWeb Tuesday, October 8, 2019 7:21:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “To date, 973 people have been successfully treated and released from Ebola treatment centres, and we expect that the 1000th survivor will return to his or her community in the coming weeks,”

ngrguardiannews Monday, September 30, 2019 10:03:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “To date, 973 people have been successfully treated and released from Ebola treatment centres, and we expect that the 1000th survivor will return to his or her community in the coming weeks,”

guardian-ng Monday, September 30, 2019 8:57:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "will ensure that we have potentially an additional tool to prevent the expansion of the outbreak,"

arkansasonline Tuesday, September 24, 2019 11:19:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “will ensure that we have potentially an additional tool to prevent the expansion of the outbreak,”

pattayamail Tuesday, September 24, 2019 10:54:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti dit : "L'évaluation du deuxième vaccin anti-Ebola nous permettra de disposer potentiellement d'un outil supplémentaire pour éviter que la flambée ne s'étende et pour protéger les populations avant que des flambées ne touchent les zones à risque"

french.china.org.cn Tuesday, September 24, 2019 12:48:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "will ensure that we have potentially an additional tool to prevent the expansion of the outbreak,"

fox13memphis Monday, September 23, 2019 10:58:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “will ensure that we have potentially an additional tool to prevent the expansion of the outbreak,”

seattletimes Monday, September 23, 2019 8:23:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "will ensure that we have potentially an additional tool to prevent the expansion of the outbreak,"

CBC Monday, September 23, 2019 6:25:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “will ensure that we have potentially an additional tool to prevent the expansion of the outbreak,”

wkbn Monday, September 23, 2019 6:06:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “To date, 973 people have been successfully treated and released from Ebola treatment centres, and we expect that the 1000th survivor will return to his or her community in the coming weeks,”

reliefWeb Monday, September 23, 2019 5:09:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The evaluation of the second Ebola vaccine will help ensure that we have potentially an additional tool to prevent the expansion of the outbreak and also a potential tool to protect populations before outbreaks hit areas at risk,”

reliefWeb Monday, September 23, 2019 5:09:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "will ensure that we have potentially an additional tool to prevent the expansion of the outbreak,"

eagletribune Monday, September 23, 2019 4:07:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti disse : "As mudanças permitiram salvar milhares de vidas. Até ao momento, 973 pessoas infectadas com o vírus do Ébola foram tratadas com sucesso e tiveram alta dos centros de tratamento. Esperamos que o sobrevivente 1.000 regresse à sua comunidade nas próximas semanas"

portalangop Monday, September 23, 2019 2:50:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "will ensure that we have potentially an additional tool to prevent the expansion of the outbreak,"

news-yahoo Monday, September 23, 2019 2:48:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "will ensure that we have potentially an additional tool to prevent the expansion of the outbreak,"

actionnewsjax Monday, September 23, 2019 2:23:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "will ensure that we have potentially an additional tool to prevent the expansion of the outbreak,"

wsoctv Monday, September 23, 2019 2:19:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "will ensure that we have potentially an additional tool to prevent the expansion of the outbreak,"

fox13memphis Monday, September 23, 2019 2:07:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "will ensure that we have potentially an additional tool to prevent the expansion of the outbreak,"

startribune Monday, September 23, 2019 2:01:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “To date, 973 people have been successfully treated and released from Ebola treatment centres, and we expect that the 1000 th survivor will return to his or her community in the coming weeks,”

AfricaNews-English Monday, September 23, 2019 10:25:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The evaluation of the second Ebola vaccine will help ensure that we have potentially an additional tool to prevent the expansion of the outbreak and also a potential tool to protect populations before outbreaks hit areas at risk,”

AfricaNews-English Monday, September 23, 2019 10:25:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “improving diagnosis, prescription and the use of medicines, responsible for most detrimental errors, would significantly reduce the risk of harm”

authorityngr Wednesday, September 18, 2019 10:10:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Africa has witnessed a recent surge in the number of malaria cases and deaths. This threatens the gains in the fight against malaria made in the past two decades,”

AfricaNews-English Monday, September 16, 2019 5:57:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Africa has witnessed a recent surge in the number of malaria cases and deaths. This threatens the gains in the fight against malaria made in the past two decades,”

pattayamail Saturday, September 14, 2019 7:35:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "Africa has witnessed a recent surge in the number of malaria cases and deaths. This threatens the gains in the fight against malaria made in the past two decades,"

allafrica Saturday, September 14, 2019 1:04:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Africa has witnessed a recent surge in the number of malaria cases and deaths. This threatens the gains in the fight against malaria made in the past two decades,”

capitalfm Saturday, September 14, 2019 10:57:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "Africa has witnessed a recent surge in the number of malaria cases and deaths. This threatens the gains in the fight against malaria made in the past two decades,"

allafrica Saturday, September 14, 2019 6:56:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "Africa has witnessed a recent surge in the number of malaria cases and deaths. This threatens the gains in the fight against malaria made in the past two decades,"

fox13memphis Saturday, September 14, 2019 4:10:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Africa has witnessed a recent surge in the number of malaria cases and deaths. This threatens the gains in the fight against malaria made in the past two decades,”

TorontoStar Friday, September 13, 2019 10:08:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Africa has witnessed a recent surge in the number of malaria cases and deaths. This threatens the gains in the fight against malaria made in the past two decades,”

reliefWeb Friday, September 13, 2019 3:05:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “working in an incredibly complex environment, but thanks to support from donors and actions taken by the Ministry of Health, WHO and partners, we have saved thousands of lives,”

premiumtimesng Friday, August 30, 2019 9:23:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "We are working in an incredibly complex environment, but thanks to support from donors and actions taken by the Ministry of Health, WHO and partners, we have saved thousands of lives,"

xinhuanet_en Friday, August 30, 2019 6:55:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "Everyone has a role to play and we each must be accountable for what we signed up to do, only then will we end this outbreak,"

thehill Friday, August 30, 2019 5:31:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “We are working in an incredibly complex environment, but thanks to support from donors and actions taken by the Ministry of Health, WHO and partners, we have saved thousands of lives,” “We strive towards a much more united approach and call on NGOs and UN partners to continue to accelerate all activities. Everyone has a role to play and we each must be accountable for what we signed up to do, only then will we end this outbreak”

reliefWeb Friday, August 30, 2019 2:24:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Across the African Region, momentum is building for universal health coverage,”

reliefWeb Wednesday, August 28, 2019 5:39:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The current Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is a poignant reminder of the importance of a strong surveillance system,”

dailytrust Saturday, August 24, 2019 7:01:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “With this new blueprint for strengthening Africa’s surveillance and response to disease in hand, we hope countries will make the investments needed to beef up their capacities,” “Paying now for robust surveillance will create a huge dividend in better health for Africans, not only now but in the future”

dailytrust Saturday, August 24, 2019 7:01:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "This August's milestone on wild polio is a positive sign of progress across the continent, but our work is not yet done," "We must remain vigilant in our immunization and surveillance efforts: Every country must continue ensuring that it is closely looking for the virus and reaching every child with vaccines"

irishsun Friday, August 23, 2019 5:46:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “With an acute public health emergency striking Africa every three to four days, a strong partnership between WHO and Africa CDC is critical,”

AfricaNews-English Thursday, August 22, 2019 10:36:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The WHO secretariat will be developing and implementing a resource-mobilization plan, supporting research collaborations and mounting high-level advocacy for increased investment to reach 90 per cent coverage of the 10 highest-impact nutrition interventions that must be taken to meet the malnutrition challenges in our region,”

dailytimes-NG Thursday, August 22, 2019 10:29:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "We are confident that soon we will be trumpeting the certification that countries have, once and for all, kicked polio out of Africa,"

modernghana Thursday, August 22, 2019 10:26:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The WHO Secretariat will be developing and implementing a resource-mobilization plan, supporting research collaborations and mounting high-level advocacy for increased investment to reach 90% coverage of the 10 highest-impact nutrition interventions that must be taken to meet the malnutrition challenges in our region,”

dailytimes-NG Thursday, August 22, 2019 9:14:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Through stronger district and local health systems, more populations will be reached with quality services that address their needs and are affordable, thus expediting progress to universal health coverage,”

reliefWeb Thursday, August 22, 2019 6:58:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Equally important, the framework makes clear that vector-borne diseases are not just a public health problem,” “It’s a problem for a parade of sectors, and we need a reinvigorated and integrated response that is critically adjusted to overcome the changed behaviours and conditions”

africa-newsroom Thursday, August 22, 2019 5:41:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Equally important, the framework makes clear that vector-borne diseases are not just a public health problem,” “It’s a problem for a parade of sectors, and we need a reinvigorated and integrated response that is critically adjusted to overcome the changed behaviours and conditions”

reliefWeb Thursday, August 22, 2019 4:47:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The WHO Secretariat will be developing and implementing a resource mobilization plan, supporting research collaborations and mounting high-level advocacy for increased investment to reach 90% coverage of the 10 highest-impact nutrition interventions that must be taken to meet the malnutrition challenges in our region,”

reliefWeb Thursday, August 22, 2019 4:47:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti noted : “these successes would not have been possible without the incredible perseverance of countries and partners in the Global Polio Eradication Initiative who have mobilised the financial and technical resources to get the job done”

premiumtimesng Thursday, August 22, 2019 4:25:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The current Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is a poignant reminder of the importance of a strong surveillance system,”

africa-newsroom Thursday, August 22, 2019 3:55:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “With this new blueprint for strengthening Africa’s surveillance and response to disease in hand, we hope countries will make the investments needed to beef up their capacities,” “Paying now for robust surveillance will create a huge dividend in better health for Africans, not only now but in the future”

africa-newsroom Thursday, August 22, 2019 3:55:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “All the health priorities and challenges I have mentioned coincide with an opportunity that the day for universal health coverage has finally come. If governments, partners, WHO and other United Nations agencies combine our forces towards UHC we will be able to make health for all a reality for people in our region,”

africa-newsroom Thursday, August 22, 2019 3:55:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Equally important, the framework makes clear that vector-borne diseases are not just a public health problem,” “It’s a problem for a parade of sectors, and we need a reinvigorated and integrated response that is critically adjusted to overcome the changed behaviours and conditions”

modernghana Thursday, August 22, 2019 3:29:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "We are confident that soon we will be trumpeting the certification that countries have, once and for all, kicked polio out of Africa,"

rfi-en Thursday, August 22, 2019 3:25:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “We are confident that soon we will be declaring the certification that countries have, once and for all, kicked polio out of Africa,”

independent-UG Thursday, August 22, 2019 3:15:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The current Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is a poignant reminder of the importance of a strong surveillance system,”

reliefWeb Thursday, August 22, 2019 2:31:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “With this new blueprint for strengthening Africa’s surveillance and response to disease in hand, we hope countries will make the investments needed to beef up their capacities,” “Paying now for robust surveillance will create a huge dividend in better health for Africans, not only now but in the future”

reliefWeb Thursday, August 22, 2019 2:31:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The WHO Secretariat will be developing and implementing a resource mobilization plan, supporting research collaborations and mounting high-level advocacy for increased investment to reach 90% coverage of the 10 highest-impact nutrition interventions that must be taken to meet the malnutrition challenges in our region,”

AfricaNews-English Thursday, August 22, 2019 12:05:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The path to eradicating polio in Africa has been a monumental effort of multinational coordination on an unprecedented scale, providing vaccinations to hundreds of millions of children and conducting immunisation campaigns in some of the most remote locations in the world, with vigilance and exhaustive surveillance to monitor outbreaks and people on the move,”

vanguardngr Thursday, August 22, 2019 2:09:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The current Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is a poignant reminder of the importance of a strong surveillance system,”

modernghana Thursday, August 22, 2019 1:02:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “With this new blueprint for strengthening Africa’s surveillance and response to disease in hand, we hope countries will make the investments needed to beef up their capacities,” “Paying now for robust surveillance will create a huge dividend in better health for Africans, not only now but in the future”

modernghana Thursday, August 22, 2019 1:02:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The WHO Secretariat will be developing and implementing a resource-mobilization plan, supporting research collaborations and mounting high-level advocacy for increased investment to reach 90% coverage of the 10 highest-impact nutrition interventions that must be taken to meet the malnutrition challenges in our region,”

modernghana Thursday, August 22, 2019 1:02:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The current Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is a poignant reminder of the importance of a strong surveillance system,”

AfricaNews-English Wednesday, August 21, 2019 10:46:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “With this new blueprint for strengthening Africa’s surveillance and response to disease in hand, we hope countries will make the investments needed to beef up their capacities,” “Paying now for robust surveillance will create a huge dividend in better health for Africans, not only now but in the future”

AfricaNews-English Wednesday, August 21, 2019 10:46:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The path to eradicating polio in Africa has been a monumental effort of multinational coordination on an unprecedented scale, providing vaccinations to hundreds of millions of children and conducting immunisation campaigns in some of the most remote locations in the world, with vigilance and exhaustive surveillance to monitor outbreaks and people on the move,”

vanguardngr Wednesday, August 21, 2019 7:44:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “This August’s milestone on wild polio is a positive sign of progress across the continent, but our work has not yet done,”

pulse Wednesday, August 21, 2019 7:16:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “We are confident that soon we will be trumpeting the certification that countries have, once and for all, kicked polio out of Africa,”

modernghana Wednesday, August 21, 2019 6:09:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “This August’s milestone on wild polio is a positive sign of progress across the continent, but our work is not yet done,” “We must remain vigilant in our immunization and surveillance efforts: Every country must continue ensuring that it is closely looking for the virus and reaching every child with vaccines”

modernghana Wednesday, August 21, 2019 6:09:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “All the health priorities and challenges I have mentioned coincide with an opportunity – that the day for universal health coverage has finally come. If governments, partners, WHO and other United Nations agencies combine our forces towards UHC we will be able to make health for all a reality for people in our region,”

premiumtimesng Wednesday, August 21, 2019 1:16:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “My vision is of African people of all ages, all income levels and social groups, and in all places, enjoying good health and well-being, through accelerating towards universal health coverage, preventing and controlling outbreaks and emergencies, and creating environments that promote healthy lifestyles,”

premiumtimesng Wednesday, August 21, 2019 11:41:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “I am very honoured to be nominated for a second term as Regional Director for Africa,” “During the past five years, I have worked to transform the WHO Secretariat so that we better respond to the health needs of millions of Africans. This nomination is an endorsement of the many achievements we have reached together with health ministries. I intend for us to scale more mountains together over the next five years”

AfricaNews-English Tuesday, August 20, 2019 4:56:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “My vision is of African people of all ages, all income levels and social groups, and in all places, enjoying good health and well-being, through accelerating towards universal health coverage, preventing and controlling outbreaks and emergencies, and creating environments that promote healthy lifestyles,”

AfricaNews-English Tuesday, August 20, 2019 4:56:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The WHO Secretariat is now better organized, resourced and equipped to support Member States to detect and rapidly respond to epidemics and ensure health security in the region,”

AfricaNews-English Tuesday, August 20, 2019 4:56:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “All the health priorities and challenges I have mentioned coincide with an opportunity that the day for universal health coverage has finally come. If governments, partners, WHO and other United Nations agencies combine our forces towards UHC we will be able to make health for all a reality for people in our region,”

modernghana Tuesday, August 20, 2019 2:40:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “All the health priorities and challenges I have mentioned coincide with an opportunity – that the day for universal health coverage has finally come. If governments, partners, WHO and other United Nations agencies combine our forces towards UHC we will be able to make health for all a reality for people in our region,”

AfricaNews-English Monday, August 19, 2019 9:10:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti says : "This violence is a reminder that this outbreak is one with unprecedented challenges,"

npr Thursday, August 1, 2019 12:27:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “I am immensely proud of the commitment and courage of everyone working in the field and what we have achieved together,”

reliefWeb Thursday, August 1, 2019 11:43:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “I am immensely proud of the commitment and courage of everyone working in the field and what we have achieved together,”

modernghana Wednesday, July 31, 2019 8:55:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “I am immensely proud of the commitment and courage of everyone working in the field and what we have achieved together,”

AfricaNews-English Wednesday, July 31, 2019 6:54:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “According to the last two annual World Malaria Reports , the pace of progress towards eliminating malaria in the World Health Organization (WHO) African Region is slowing. This is a cause for concern,”

reliefWeb Friday, July 12, 2019 4:20:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Africa has more than 150 acute public health events a year, including infectious disease outbreaks and humanitarian crises. This is more than in any other region of the world,”

reliefWeb Saturday, July 6, 2019 4:09:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Uganda has invested heavily in preparing for Ebola cases and I’m looking forward to seeing how this investment has paid off,”

africa-newsroom Monday, July 1, 2019 10:57:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti says : “Despite the crucial nature of Ebola preparedness funding, we are regretting the fact that funding for this aspect of the work has slowed down,”

scidev-sub-saharan-africa Friday, June 28, 2019 4:29:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “I commend Uganda for its quick response to the Ebola outbreak,” “During my visit to the Kasese area, I spoke with health authorities who told me how the training they had received in detecting the disease meant they were on high alert for patients with any signs of infection. They were able to move swiftly when the first Ebola cases arrived in their health facility and to restrict possible exposure to relatively few health workers”

AfricaNews-English Thursday, June 27, 2019 10:04:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti pointed out : “People are aware of the problem, how to protect themselves and where to report for action and support,”

AfricaNews-English Thursday, June 27, 2019 10:04:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti added : “The cost of preparedness is cheaper than response,”

AfricaNews-English Thursday, June 27, 2019 10:04:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “I commend Uganda for its quick response to the Ebola outbreak,” “During my visit to the Kasese area, I spoke with health authorities who told me how the training they had received in detecting the disease meant they were on high alert for patients with any signs of infection. They were able to move swiftly when the first Ebola cases arrived in their health facility and to restrict possible exposure to relatively few health workers”

modernghana Thursday, June 27, 2019 7:17:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti pointed out : “People are aware of the problem, how to protect themselves and where to report for action and support,”

modernghana Thursday, June 27, 2019 7:17:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti added : “The cost of preparedness is cheaper than response,”

modernghana Thursday, June 27, 2019 7:17:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Uganda has invested heavily in preparing for Ebola cases and I’m looking forward to seeing how this investment has paid off,”

AfricaNews-English Wednesday, June 26, 2019 5:31:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Uganda has invested heavily in preparing for Ebola cases and I’m looking forward to seeing how this investment has paid off,”

reliefWeb Tuesday, June 25, 2019 9:24:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "We welcome this south-south cooperation and support to the countries in our Region from Egypt,"

allafrica Monday, June 24, 2019 4:27:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “We welcome this south-south cooperation and support to the countries in our region from Egypt,”

ahram-EN Thursday, June 20, 2019 11:21:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “We welcome this south-south cooperation and support to the countries in our Region from Egypt,”

AfricaNews-English Wednesday, June 19, 2019 9:55:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Uganda has superb lessons to share, and we support these important exchanges as they are helping to build evidence-based policies and promoting partnerships for more concerted action against viral hepatitis across the region,”

AfricaNews-English Wednesday, June 19, 2019 2:44:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Uganda has superb lessons to share, and we support these important exchanges as they are helping to build evidence-based policies and promoting partnerships for more concerted action against viral hepatitis across the region,”

reliefWeb Wednesday, June 19, 2019 11:35:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti says : “This analysis is the first to track each country in the region and to assess progress towards the goal of saving the lives of more than two million Africans who may develop progressive hepatitis B or C liver disease in the next decade if countries fail to ramp up their efforts,”

dailytrust Tuesday, June 18, 2019 7:29:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti says : “This analysis is the first to track each country in the region and to assess progress towards the goal of saving the lives of more than two million Africans who may develop progressive hepatitis B or C liver disease in the next decade if countries fail to ramp up their efforts,”

dailytrust Monday, June 17, 2019 3:41:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said ( about Viral Hepatitis ) : “It is fitting that the first African Hepatitis Summit should be held in Uganda,” “The country has superb lessons to share, and we support these important exchanges as they are helping to build evidence-based policies and promoting partnerships for more concerted action against viral hepatitis across the region. They are showing us that beating this disease is achievable”

premiumtimesng Friday, June 14, 2019 2:43:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “This analysis is the first to track each country in the region and to assess progress towards the goal of saving the lives of more than two million Africans who may develop progressive hepatitis B or C liver disease in the next decade if countries fail to ramp up their efforts,”

reliefWeb Friday, June 14, 2019 12:46:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti says ( about Viral Hepatitis ) : “It is fitting that the first African Hepatitis Summit should be held in Uganda,” “The country has superb lessons to share, and we support these important exchanges as they are helping to build evidence-based policies and promoting partnerships for more concerted action against viral hepatitis across the region. They are showing us that beating this disease is achievable”

reliefWeb Friday, June 14, 2019 12:46:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "Only with the generous support of our donors and partners will WHO achieve our shared goal of a malaria-free future in Africa,"

allafrica Wednesday, June 5, 2019 9:28:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “In many parts of Africa, cervical cancers are not identified or treated until advanced stages due to insufficient access to reproductive healthcare services, effective screening and early treatment,”

EastAfrican Friday, May 31, 2019 3:13:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “We commemorate World No Tobacco Day to broadcast greater awareness of the dangers associated with tobacco use and exposure to tobacco smoke. We also use this moment to advocate for stronger policies on tobac co control. This year’s theme, Tobacco and Lung Health”

thenationonlineng Thursday, May 30, 2019 8:01:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti says : “Algeria is where the malaria parasite was first discovered in humans almost 150 years ago,”

natureasia-nmiddleeast Thursday, May 30, 2019 4:34:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Only with the generous support of our donors and partners will WHO achieve our shared goal of a malaria-free future in Africa,”

reliefWeb Wednesday, May 29, 2019 2:33:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "We are hopeful that the way things are going, sometime early next year it might be possible,"

trust Wednesday, May 29, 2019 11:21:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "That's the plan, that's the hope,"

trust Wednesday, May 29, 2019 11:21:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "We are hopeful that the way things are going, sometime early next year it might be possible,"

reuters-en Wednesday, May 29, 2019 10:14:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "That's the plan, that's the hope,"

reuters-en Wednesday, May 29, 2019 10:14:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "We are seeing a dramatic increase over the past few months in the number of security incidents in the area of North Kivu, which lies at the epicentre of this ebola outbreak,"

globalsecurity Wednesday, May 29, 2019 7:57:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "This Ebola response is one of the most complex health emergencies the world has faced,"

globalsecurity Wednesday, May 29, 2019 7:57:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "I'm hopeful that this new structure will bring the much-needed stability, safety and clarity, and enable the response to proceed,"

globalsecurity Wednesday, May 29, 2019 7:57:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “We are seeing a dramatic increase over the past few months in the number of security incidents in the area of North Kivu, which lies at the epicentre of this ebola outbreak,”

reliefWeb Wednesday, May 29, 2019 12:21:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “This Ebola response is one of the most complex health emergencies the world has faced,”

reliefWeb Wednesday, May 29, 2019 12:21:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “I’m hopeful that this new structure will bring the much-needed stability, safety and clarity, and enable the response to proceed,”

reliefWeb Wednesday, May 29, 2019 12:21:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “We are seeing a dramatic increase over the past few months in the number of security incidents in the area of North Kivu, which lies at the epicentre of this ebola outbreak,”

AfricaNews-English Tuesday, May 28, 2019 10:34:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “This Ebola response is one of the most complex health emergencies the world has faced,”

AfricaNews-English Tuesday, May 28, 2019 10:34:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “I’m hopeful that this new structure will bring the much-needed stability, safety and clarity, and enable the response to proceed,”

AfricaNews-English Tuesday, May 28, 2019 10:34:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “We are seeing a dramatic increase over the past few months in the number of security incidents in the area of North Kivu, which lies at the epicentre of this ebola outbreak,”

un-org Tuesday, May 28, 2019 10:27:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “This Ebola response is one of the most complex health emergencies the world has faced,”

un-org Tuesday, May 28, 2019 10:27:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “I’m hopeful that this new structure will bring the much-needed stability, safety and clarity, and enable the response to proceed,”

un-org Tuesday, May 28, 2019 10:27:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “We are seeing a dramatic increase over the past few months in the number of security incidents in the area of North Kivu, which lies at the epicentre of this ebola outbreak,”

unmultimedia-en Tuesday, May 28, 2019 9:57:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “This Ebola response is one of the most complex health emergencies the world has faced,”

unmultimedia-en Tuesday, May 28, 2019 9:57:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “I’m hopeful that this new structure will bring the much-needed stability, safety and clarity, and enable the response to proceed,”

unmultimedia-en Tuesday, May 28, 2019 9:57:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “We are seeing a dramatic increase over the past few months in the number of security incidents in the area of North Kivu, which lies at the epicentre of this ebola outbreak,”

foreignaffairs-nz Tuesday, May 28, 2019 9:38:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “This Ebola response is one of the most complex health emergencies the world has faced,”

foreignaffairs-nz Tuesday, May 28, 2019 9:38:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “I’m hopeful that this new structure will bring the much-needed stability, safety and clarity, and enable the response to proceed,”

foreignaffairs-nz Tuesday, May 28, 2019 9:38:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "We are hopeful that the way things are going, sometime early next year it might be possible,"

trust2 Tuesday, May 28, 2019 8:52:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "That's the plan, that's the hope,"

trust2 Tuesday, May 28, 2019 8:52:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “In South Sudan, women and children are dying because they do not have access to the healthcare services they need. We are pleased to be able to help to reverse that trend through the donation of ambulances to four of the country’s hospitals,”

reliefWeb Tuesday, May 28, 2019 4:02:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti says : “With rates for cervical cancer up to six times higher in the African region than in North America, we can see that the disease is one of inequity,”

scidev-sub-saharan-africa Friday, May 24, 2019 6:22:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The World Health Organization welcomes the Pan-African Parliament’s resolution to establish a caucus dedicated to strengthening immunization across Africa. The high cost of disease outbreaks we have witnessed across the continent in human suffering and economic damage points to the urgent need for political leadership and collective action to ensure that everyone across Africa has access to basic health services,”

modernghana Thursday, May 23, 2019 11:19:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Algeria is where the malaria parasite was first discovered in humans almost a century and a half ago, and that was a significant milestone in responding to the disease,”

AfricaNews-English Thursday, May 23, 2019 5:54:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Algeria has shown the rest of Africa that malaria can be beaten through country leadership, bold action, sound investment and science. The rest of the continent can learn from this experience,”

zmescience Thursday, May 23, 2019 4:00:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Algeria is where the malaria parasite was first discovered in humans almost a century and a half ago, and that was a significant milestone in responding to the disease,”

reliefWeb Thursday, May 23, 2019 2:58:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Algeria is where the malaria parasite was first discovered in humans almost a century and a half ago, and that was a significant milestone in responding to the disease,”

leadership Thursday, May 23, 2019 5:00:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "Algeria is where the malaria parasite was first discovered in humans almost a century and a half ago, and that was a significant milestone in responding to the disease,"

thepeninsulaqatar Wednesday, May 22, 2019 10:11:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Algeria is where the malaria parasite was first discovered in humans almost a century and a half ago, and that was a significant milestone in responding to the disease,”

africa-newsroom Wednesday, May 22, 2019 3:29:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Algeria is where the malaria parasite was first discovered in humans almost a century and a half ago, and that was a significant milestone in responding to the disease,”

news-yahoo Wednesday, May 22, 2019 3:06:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “With rates for cervical cancer up to six times higher in the African region than in North America, we can see that the disease is one of inequity,”

AfricaNews-English Thursday, May 16, 2019 10:43:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “With rates for cervical cancer up to six times higher in the African region than in North America, we can see that the disease is one of inequity,”

africa-newsroom Thursday, May 16, 2019 10:16:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Cases are increasing because of violent acts that set us back each time”

themirror Wednesday, May 15, 2019 5:43:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti déclaré : ''Nous savons qu'une bonne santé contribue à l'amélioration du développement des résultats ''

adiac-congo Wednesday, May 8, 2019 2:08:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti renchéri : «La fierté et le respect que j’éprouve pour mes extraordinaires collègues n’en sont aujourd’hui que plus grands »

adiac-congo Saturday, May 4, 2019 3:36:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "We need the security situation to be under control for [health workers] and for the local people,"

upi Saturday, May 4, 2019 1:31:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “This worrisome rise in cases is a further call to action” “In the end, it is only through the ownership by all the affected communities that the outbreak will end”

news-yahoo Saturday, May 4, 2019 12:03:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Some would have Ebola drive us apart. We can only defeat it if we all work together,”

news-yahoo Saturday, May 4, 2019 12:03:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “This worrisome rise in cases is a further call to action” “In the end, it is only through the ownership by all the affected communities that the outbreak will end”

news-yahoo Friday, May 3, 2019 6:33:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Some would have Ebola drive us apart. We can only defeat it if we all work together,”

news-yahoo Friday, May 3, 2019 6:33:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “My pride and respect for my extraordinary colleagues has only grown,” “They have been through something unimaginable and yet are willing to continue this vital work. We need the security situation to be under control for them and for the local people. During our mission, we had fruitful discussions with the partners who provide security cover to see what more could be done. Meanwhile, we will continue to work with various groups and embed our response at the community level”

AfricaNews-English Wednesday, May 1, 2019 9:51:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “We will continue to adjust the response, as we have done for each context in each community,” “This worrisome rise in cases is a further call to action. In the end, it is only through the ownership by all the affected communities that the outbreak will end. Some would have Ebola drive us apart. We can only defeat it if we all work together”

AfricaNews-English Wednesday, May 1, 2019 9:51:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti dit : "a traversé quelque chose d'inimaginable et souhaite néanmoins poursuivre ce travail vital"

french.china.org.cn Wednesday, May 1, 2019 5:51:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti dit : "Cette augmentation inquiétante du nombre de cas est un autre appel à l'action"

french.china.org.cn Wednesday, May 1, 2019 5:51:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “We will continue to adjust the response, as we have done for each context in each community,”

unmultimedia-en Wednesday, May 1, 2019 12:48:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “My pride and respect for my extraordinary colleagues has only grown,” “They have been through something unimaginable and yet are willing to continue this vital work. We need the security situation to be under control for them and for the local people. During our mission, we had fruitful discussions with the partners who provide security cover to see what more could be done. Meanwhile, we will continue to work with various groups and embed our response at the community level”

reliefWeb Tuesday, April 30, 2019 11:42:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “We will continue to adjust the response, as we have done for each context in each community,” “This worrisome rise in cases is a further call to action. In the end, it is only through the ownership by all the affected communities that the outbreak will end. Some would have Ebola drive us apart. We can only defeat it if we all work together”

reliefWeb Tuesday, April 30, 2019 11:42:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti noted : “Your efforts and specifically your leadership are critical in ensuring that adequate capacities and capabilities are effectively implemented in your areas of jurisdiction and your countries, to timely prevent and contain EVD,”

reliefWeb Tuesday, April 30, 2019 1:28:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti noted : “We should continue to act together to overcome the gaps identified so that countries are prepared for the potential threat of Ebola!”

reliefWeb Tuesday, April 30, 2019 1:28:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "Malaria is a constant threat in the African communities where this vaccine will be given. The poorest children suffer the most and are at highest risk of death,"

newindianexpress Thursday, April 25, 2019 5:23:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "We know the power of vaccines to prevent killer diseases and reach children, including those who may not have immediate access to the doctors, nurses and health facilities they need to save them when severe illness comes," "This is a day to celebrate as we begin to learn more about what this tool can do to change the trajectory of malaria through childhood vaccination,"

newindianexpress Thursday, April 25, 2019 5:23:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “This is, therefore, a day to celebrate as we begin to learn more about what this tool can do to change the trajectory of malaria through childhood vaccination,”

thenewsnigeria Thursday, April 25, 2019 10:40:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “This is a day to celebrate as we begin to learn more about what this tool can do to change the trajectory of malaria through childhood vaccination,”

clubofmozambique Wednesday, April 24, 2019 9:16:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti explained : “We know the power of vaccines to prevent killer diseases and reach children, including those who may not have immediate access to the doctors, nurses and health facilities they need to save them when severe illness comes,”

clubofmozambique Wednesday, April 24, 2019 9:16:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Malaria is a constant threat in the African communities where this vaccine will be given. The poorest children suffer the most and are at highest risk of death,”

financialexpress Wednesday, April 24, 2019 2:31:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “We know the power of vaccines to prevent killer diseases and reach children, including those who may not have immediate access to the doctors, nurses and health facilities they need to save them when severe illness comes,” “This is a day to celebrate as we begin to learn more about what this tool can do to change the trajectory of malaria through childhood vaccination,”

financialexpress Wednesday, April 24, 2019 2:31:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "Malaria is a constant threat in the African communities where this vaccine will be given. The poorest children suffer the most and are at highest risk of death,"

ibtimes-in Wednesday, April 24, 2019 2:03:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "Malaria is a constant threat in the African communities where this vaccine will be given. The poorest children suffer the most and are at highest risk of death,"

dnaindia Wednesday, April 24, 2019 1:59:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "We know the power of vaccines to prevent killer diseases and reach children, including those who may not have immediate access to the doctors, nurses and health facilities they need to save them when severe illness comes," "This is a day to celebrate as we begin to learn more about what this tool can do to change the trajectory of malaria through childhood vaccination,"

dnaindia Wednesday, April 24, 2019 1:59:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "Malaria is a constant threat in the African communities where this vaccine will be given. The poorest children suffer the most and are at highest risk of death,"

business-standard Wednesday, April 24, 2019 12:55:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “This is a day to celebrate as we begin to learn more about what this tool can do to change the trajectory of malaria through childhood vaccination,”

peoplesdaily-online Wednesday, April 24, 2019 12:23:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti afirmou : “A malária é uma ameaça constante nas comunidades africanas onde esta vacina será administrada. As crianças mais pobres sofrem mais e estão em maior risco de morte”

noticias-r7 Tuesday, April 23, 2019 7:43:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Malaria is a constant threat in the African communities where this vaccine will be given. The poorest children suffer the most and are at highest risk of death,”

AfricaNews-English Tuesday, April 23, 2019 5:08:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “This is a day to celebrate as we begin to learn more about what this tool can do to change the trajectory of malaria through childhood vaccination,”

dailytrust Tuesday, April 23, 2019 4:54:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “This is a day to celebrate as we begin to learn more about what this tool can do to change the trajectory of malaria through childhood vaccination,”

leadership Tuesday, April 23, 2019 4:45:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Malaria is a constant threat in the African communities where this vaccine will be given. The poorest children suffer the most and are at highest risk of death,”

reliefWeb Tuesday, April 23, 2019 1:28:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti explained : "Overlaying the geographical location of the mobile phone signal and the route of the roads, we noticed that sometimes visits were only made along the main road and not to the most remote places, which is where we need to be if there is a problem,"

AfricaNews-English Thursday, April 11, 2019 9:58:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said ( about Director General ) : “In Africa, the recurrence of major public health events – There were over 100 in 2018 – means that there can be no health security without UHC, and no UHC without health security. This is why our Director-General Dr Tedros talks about Global Health Security and UHC being two sides of a same coin. A safer world benefits everyone, UHC benefits everyone,”

zbc Monday, April 8, 2019 7:10:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “As a target of Sustainable Development Goal, three universal health coverage would require countries in the WHO African Region to spend, on average, at least $ 271 per capita per year on health, or 7.5% of the region’s gross domestic product.”

thisdayonline Saturday, April 6, 2019 11:11:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “I saw the pediatric ward of Pontagera Health Center (in Beira) had been completely destroyed, the roof had been torn off and the equipment and supplies ruined by water,”

newsday Thursday, April 4, 2019 7:21:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti afirmou : “Estamos a trabalhar para apoiar o Governo, com outros parceiros, para vacinar a população para que possamos conter a epidemia de cólera”

portaldeangola Wednesday, April 3, 2019 9:32:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti afirmou : "Estamos a trabalhar para apoiar o Governo, com outros parceiros, para vacinar a população para que possamos conter a epidemia de cólera"

deutschewelle-pt_BR Wednesday, April 3, 2019 3:16:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The next few weeks are crucial and speed is of the essence if we are to save lives and limit suffering,”

africa-newsroom Tuesday, April 2, 2019 1:56:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "I saw the pediatric ward of Pontagera Health Center (in Beira) had been completely destroyed, the roof had been torn off and the equipment and supplies ruined by water,"

clickondetroit Tuesday, April 2, 2019 1:29:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The next few weeks are crucial and speed is of the essence if we are to save lives and limit suffering,”

modernghana Tuesday, April 2, 2019 12:48:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The next few weeks are crucial and speed is of the essence if we are to save lives and limit suffering,”

reliefWeb Tuesday, April 2, 2019 11:23:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti indiqué : "Notre intention est de mettre en place des mesures sanitaires aussi fortes que possible dans les trois mois à venir, non seulement contre le choléra, mais également contre d'autres épidémies"

french.china.org.cn Tuesday, April 2, 2019 2:16:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The next few weeks are crucial and speed is of the essence if we are to save lives and limit suffering,”

AfricaNews-English Monday, April 1, 2019 11:59:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The next few weeks are crucial and speed is of the essence if we are to save lives and limit suffering,”

africa-newsroom Monday, April 1, 2019 11:07:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “A panel of independent evaluators assessed and profiled the innovations in terms of the potential for making impact as well as ability to be scaled up in a sustainable way. More than a third of the submissions came from women,”

nation-ke Monday, April 1, 2019 4:18:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “We see the recent increase in cases being directly linked to episodes of violence in the past few weeks targeting healthcare facilities that are providing care for the Ebola outbreak,”

modernghana Saturday, March 30, 2019 2:40:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti told : “We don't see this as communities attacking the responders, we see the actions of these armed groups that are attacking clinics and sometimes killing people,”

modernghana Saturday, March 30, 2019 2:40:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “We see the recent increase in cases being directly linked to episodes of violence in the past few weeks targeting healthcare facilities that are providing care for the Ebola outbreak,”

rfi-en Saturday, March 30, 2019 1:55:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti told : “We don’t see this as communities attacking the responders, we see the actions of these armed groups that are attacking clinics and sometimes killing people,”

rfi-en Saturday, March 30, 2019 1:55:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti noted : “I think the message is very simple: it’s wasteful not to invest in health. Health is a good investment, and where countries are grappling with different strategies to grow GDP, it would be really unwise to ignore this fact,”

thegrio Thursday, March 28, 2019 11:58:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The unpredictability of public revenues combined with mounting debt pressure is limiting the potential fiscal space that can be made available for health. Private financing sources have filled the gap, but either with out-of-pocket expenses that result in financial hardship or insufficient voluntary private health insurance that is not effective in extending service coverage to those that need it”

thisdayonline Thursday, March 28, 2019 12:46:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “As a target of Sustainable Development Goal, three universal health coverages would require countries in the WHO African region to spend on average at least $ 271 per capita per year on health, or 7.5 percent of the region gross domestic product,”

thisdayonline Thursday, March 28, 2019 12:46:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “It is not by accident that we asked to bring this Forum to Praia,”

AfricaNews-English Tuesday, March 26, 2019 9:50:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “As we mourn the lives lost, we must also recognize that thousands of people have been protected from this terrifying disease,”

wqad Monday, March 25, 2019 5:12:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "As we mourn the lives lost, we must also recognize that thousands of people have been protected from this terrifying disease,"

news4jax Monday, March 25, 2019 10:09:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “As we mourn the lives lost, we must also recognize that thousands of people have been protected from this terrifying disease,”

reliefWeb Sunday, March 24, 2019 2:18:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti prévenu : "Le déplacement d'un grand nombre de personnes et les inondations provoquées par le cyclone Idai augmentent significativement les risques de paludisme, de typhoïde et de choléra"

ipreunion Saturday, March 23, 2019 5:57:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "The displacement of large numbers of people and the flooding triggered by Cyclone Idai significantly increases the risk of malaria, typhoid and cholera,"

terradaily Friday, March 22, 2019 6:06:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "The displacement of large numbers of people and the flooding triggered by Cyclone Idai significantly increases the risk of malaria, typhoid and cholera,"

EastAfrican Friday, March 22, 2019 11:29:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "The displacement of large numbers of people and the flooding triggered by Cyclone Idai significantly increases the risk of malaria, typhoid and cholera,"

nation-ke Friday, March 22, 2019 10:16:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "The displacement of large numbers of people and the flooding triggered by Cyclone Idai significantly increases the risk of malaria, typhoid and cholera,"

nation-ke Friday, March 22, 2019 8:53:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The displacement of large numbers of people and the flooding triggered by Cyclone Idai significantly increases the risk of malaria, typhoid and cholera,”

gulf-times Friday, March 22, 2019 2:41:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti prévenu : "Le déplacement d'un grand nombre de personnes et les inondations provoquées par le cyclone Idai augmentent significativement les risques de paludisme, de typhoïde et de choléra"

la-croix Friday, March 22, 2019 12:20:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti prévenu : «Le déplacement d'un grand nombre de personnes et les inondations provoquées par le cyclone Idai augmentent significativement les risques de paludisme, de typhoïde et de choléra»

lapresse-CA Friday, March 22, 2019 12:18:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti prévenu : «Le déplacement d’un grand nombre de personnes et les inondations provoquées par le cyclone Idai augmentent significativement les risques de paludisme, de typhoïde et de choléra»

dna-france Thursday, March 21, 2019 11:59:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti prévenu : «Le déplacement d’un grand nombre de personnes et les inondations provoquées par le cyclone Idai augmentent significativement les risques de paludisme, de typhoïde et de choléra»

estrepublicain Thursday, March 21, 2019 11:41:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "The displacement of large numbers of people and the flooding triggered by Cyclone Idai significantly increases the risk of malaria, typhoid and cholera,"

RTERadio Thursday, March 21, 2019 11:38:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "The displacement of large numbers of people and the flooding triggered by Cyclone Idai significantly increases the risk of malaria, typhoid and cholera,"

thedailystarBD Thursday, March 21, 2019 11:21:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti prévenu : «Le déplacement d’un grand nombre de personnes et les inondations provoquées par le cyclone Idai augmentent significativement les risques de paludisme, de typhoïde et de choléra»

vosgesmatin Thursday, March 21, 2019 10:56:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti prévenu : "Le déplacement d'un grand nombre de personnes et les inondations provoquées par le cyclone Idai augmentent significativement les risques de paludisme, de typhoïde et de choléra"

tv5 Thursday, March 21, 2019 10:39:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti prévenu : «Le déplacement d’un grand nombre de personnes et les inondations provoquées par le cyclone Idai augmentent significativement les risques de paludisme, de typhoïde et de choléra»

lalsace Thursday, March 21, 2019 10:39:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti prévenu : «Le déplacement d’un grand nombre de personnes et les inondations provoquées par le cyclone Idai augmentent significativement les risques de paludisme, de typhoïde et de choléra»

republicain-lorrain Thursday, March 21, 2019 10:31:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti prévenu : «Le déplacement d’un grand nombre de personnes et les inondations provoquées par le cyclone Idai augmentent significativement les risques de paludisme, de typhoïde et de choléra»

ledauphine Thursday, March 21, 2019 9:30:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti prévenu : "Le déplacement d'un grand nombre de personnes et les inondations provoquées par le cyclone Idai augmentent significativement les risques de paludisme, de typhoïde et de choléra"

lamontagne Thursday, March 21, 2019 9:13:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti prévenu : "Le déplacement d'un grand nombre de personnes et les inondations provoquées par le cyclone Idai augmentent significativement les risques de paludisme, de typhoïde et de choléra"

la-croix Thursday, March 21, 2019 8:54:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "The displacement of large numbers of people and the flooding triggered by Cyclone Idai significantly increases the risk of malaria, typhoid and cholera,"

business-standard Thursday, March 21, 2019 8:39:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The displacement of large numbers of people and the flooding triggered by Cyclone Idai significantly increases the risk of malaria, typhoid and cholera,”

themalaymailonline Thursday, March 21, 2019 8:37:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti prévenu : "Le déplacement d'un grand nombre de personnes et les inondations provoquées par le cyclone Idai augmentent significativement les risques de paludisme, de typhoïde et de choléra"

slateafrique Thursday, March 21, 2019 8:28:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti prévenu : "Le déplacement d'un grand nombre de personnes et les inondations provoquées par le cyclone Idai augmentent significativement les risques de paludisme, de typhoïde et de choléra"

larepubliquedespyrenees Thursday, March 21, 2019 6:35:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti prévenu : "Le déplacement d'un grand nombre de personnes et les inondations provoquées par le cyclone Idai augmentent significativement les risques de paludisme, de typhoïde et de choléra"

challenges Thursday, March 21, 2019 6:16:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti prévenu : "Le déplacement d'un grand nombre de personnes et les inondations provoquées par le cyclone Idai augmentent significativement les risques de paludisme, de typhoïde et de choléra"

la-croix Thursday, March 21, 2019 5:22:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The displacement of large numbers of people and the flooding triggered by Cyclone Idai significantly increases the risk of malaria, typhoid and cholera,”

AfricaNews-English Thursday, March 21, 2019 1:24:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The displacement of large numbers of people and the flooding triggered by Cyclone Idai significantly increases the risk of malaria, typhoid and cholera,”

africa-newsroom Thursday, March 21, 2019 12:30:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti says : “Africa’s health challenges have become increasingly complex,”

AfricaNews-English Wednesday, March 13, 2019 5:48:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The amount of response from the Innovation Challenge affirms the enthusiasm, especially among young people, to make a difference and contribute to the health care system on the continent. Health innovators have found a new home at WHO, where their innovative ideas will be supported in partnership with our network of stakeholders,”

africanbrains Wednesday, March 13, 2019 2:00:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “I am pleased that this meeting has enabled us to clarify essential elements of our cooperation. I take this opportunity to reiterate WHO’s commitment to support Congo in its efforts towards universal health coverage”

reliefWeb Sunday, March 10, 2019 3:40:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The amount of response from the Innovation Challenge affirms the enthusiasm, especially among young people, to make a difference and contribute to the health care system on the continent. Health innovators have found a new home at WHO, where their innovative ideas will be supported in partnership with our network of stakeholders,”

AfricaNews-English Friday, March 8, 2019 5:12:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti déclaré : «L'Algérie est un modèle qui pourrait inspirer d'autres pays africains en matière de politique sanitaire»

elmoudjahid Saturday, February 16, 2019 12:36:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti stated : “WHO continues to advise all countries in the Lassa fever belt to enhance their preparedness and response capacities, especially for early case detection, laboratory confirmation, case management under recommended barrier nursing, risk communication and community engagement,”

dailytimes-NG Sunday, February 10, 2019 4:25:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “An important focus is on early detection and confirmation of suspected cases, providing optimal supportive care and ensuring infection prevention and control measures in designated healthcare facilities in the affected states,”

thenewsnigeria Friday, February 8, 2019 11:14:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti added : “Sadly, most cancer patients in Africa are diagnosed at a late stage and the prognosis for a positive outcome is lessened, even in cases where treatment is available and affordable,”

dailytimes-NG Tuesday, February 5, 2019 5:50:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “A future without cancer is within our individual and collective grasp. As this year’s theme enjoins us, let us all individually and collectively resolve to end the injustice of preventable suffering from cancer as part of our commitment for Universal Health Coverage and the larger push to leave no one behind,”

foreignaffairs-nz Monday, February 4, 2019 5:23:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Cancer prevention and the creation of a culture of health is an essential mission of government, beyond the traditional health-focused departments, like health ministries. Stakeholders should address the current inadequate access to cancer diagnostics and therapies, the lack of knowledge on cancer and low health literacy levels, culturally inappropriate cancer prevention materials, mistrust of the health care system, and fatalism regarding cancer cure,”

foreignaffairs-nz Monday, February 4, 2019 5:23:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : ''By vaccinating children, we are doing more than preventing diseases and saving lives. We are also ensuring that children get the education they deserve and returning valuable time to their families because they no longer need to make long hospital visits. Vaccinations also release scarce government funds,''

nation-ke Saturday, February 2, 2019 9:41:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "It is absolutely vital that we are prepared for any potential case of Ebola spreading beyond the Democratic Republic of the Congo,"

allafrica Saturday, February 2, 2019 4:41:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “It is absolutely vital that we are prepared for any potential case of Ebola spreading beyond the Democratic Republic of the Congo,”

TheFrontierPost-en Wednesday, January 30, 2019 9:58:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “It is absolutely vital that we are prepared for any potential case of Ebola spreading beyond the Democratic Republic of the Congo,”

EastAfrican Tuesday, January 29, 2019 5:10:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “It is absolutely vital that we are prepared for any potential case of Ebola spreading beyond the Democratic Republic of the Congo,”

radiotamazuj Tuesday, January 29, 2019 4:20:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “It is absolutely vital that we are prepared for any potential case of Ebola spreading beyond the Democratic Republic of the Congo,”

sudantribune Tuesday, January 29, 2019 1:36:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “It is absolutely vital that we are prepared for any potential case of Ebola spreading beyond the Democratic Republic of the Congo,”

modernghana Monday, January 28, 2019 6:36:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “It is absolutely vital that we are prepared for any potential case of Ebola spreading beyond the Democratic Republic of the Congo,”

reliefWeb Monday, January 28, 2019 5:21:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “By vaccinating children, we are doing more than preventing disease and saving lives. We are also ensuring that children get the education they deserve and returning valuable time to their families because they no longer need to make long hospital visits. Vaccinations also release scarce government funds,”

EastAfrican Saturday, January 26, 2019 2:33:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “By vaccinating children, we are doing more than preventing diseases and saving lives. We are also ensuring that children get the education they deserve and returning valuable time to their families because they no longer need to make long hospital visits. Vaccinations also release scarce government funds,”

leadership Thursday, January 24, 2019 6:35:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “By vaccinating children, we are doing more than preventing diseases and saving lives. We are also ensuring that children get the education they deserve and returning valuable time to their families because they no longer need to make long hospital visits. Vaccinations also release scarce government funds,”

AfricaNews-English Wednesday, January 23, 2019 11:38:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti déclaré : "Nous ne devrions pas perdre davantage l'avenir de l'Afrique à cause du sida"

french.china.org.cn Thursday, January 17, 2019 5:20:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Having diabetes can also drain family finances when people with diabetes have to pay out of their own pockets for treatment. Disability or premature death due to diabetes can push families into poverty. Diabetes is also a huge burden on the health care system and the national economy,”

thenationonlineng Friday, January 11, 2019 3:02:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti says : “This is a major African milestone and we are very proud of Tanzania’s achievement, which we hope will inspire other countries in the region,”

ngrguardiannews Friday, December 28, 2018 6:24:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti : "Ebola a été vaincu grâce à la mobilisation de tous "

bbc-french-africa Sunday, December 23, 2018 4:44:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti says : "This is a major African milestone and we are very proud of Tanzania's achievement, which we hope will inspire other countries in the region,"

allafrica Tuesday, December 11, 2018 11:55:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti says : “This is a major African milestone and we are very proud of Tanzania’s achievement, which we hope will inspire other countries in the region,”

jamiiforums Tuesday, December 11, 2018 8:03:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti says : “This is a major African milestone and we are very proud of Tanzania’s achievement, which we hope will inspire other countries in the region,”

jamiiforums Tuesday, December 11, 2018 1:58:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Uganda has led an exemplary response. Health authorities and partners, with the support of WHO, were able to detect and control the spread of Marburg Virus Disease within a matter of weeks,”

EastAfrican Saturday, December 9, 2017 11:18:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Overweight and obesity are risk factors for cardiovascular disease, diabetes and some cancers in later life. Overweight and obese children and adolescents also experience psycho-social problems such as bullying, stigma and poor education attainment,”

herald Wednesday, November 15, 2017 5:34:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Policies that increase availability of nutritious and healthy foods such as fruits and vegetables should be promoted. Fiscal measures should be taken to increase the price of foods high in fat, sugar and salt in order to reduce their consumption,”

herald Wednesday, November 15, 2017 5:34:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The partnership will tap into this smart, cost-effective solutions by harnessing Africa’s digital revolution to strengthen health systems, such as health service delivery, health, medical information, informing and educating communities. Our two organizations are committed to expanding the use of ICTs in health to contribute to the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals SDGs, particularly universal health coverage in Africa,”

reliefWeb Sunday, October 29, 2017 2:58:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The African region had made tremendous progress towards polio eradication, from accounting for almost half of the global polio burden with 128 cases in 2012, to 4 cases in 2016,”

coastweek Friday, October 27, 2017 4:36:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Over 190,000 polio vaccinators simultaneously immunized more than 116 million children under five in 13 countries in coordinated effort in west and central Africa,”

coastweek Friday, October 27, 2017 4:36:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “As a region, our surveillance efforts are presently not meeting the mark. A number of countries have sub-optimal surveillance in both secure and insecure areas,” “They should recommit to strengthen surveillance urgently”

coastweek Friday, October 27, 2017 4:36:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Since the launch of the Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI) nearly 30 years ago, new cases of polio have dropped by 99.9 per cent, from about 350,000 cases annually, when the world saw about 1,000 cases per day in the 1980s, to just 37 cases globally in 2016,”

nation-ke Thursday, October 26, 2017 2:39:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti afirmou : “Num exemplo de melhores práticas, líderes políticos e comunitários comprometeram-se em garantir o sucesso da maior campanha de vacinação contra a poliomielite em África. Mais de 190.000 vacinadores imunizaram, em simultâneo, mais de 116 milhões de crianças menores de cinco anos contra a pólio, em 13 países, num esforço coordenado a nível da África Ocidental e Central. Voluntários e profissionais de saúde viajaram a pé ou de bicicleta, trabalhando até 12 horas por dia, muitas das vezes sob temperaturas elevadas acima dos 40 graus centígrados”

jornaldeangola Thursday, October 26, 2017 2:10:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The African region had made tremendous progress towards polio eradication, from accounting for almost half of the global polio burden with 128 cases in 2012, to four cases in 2016,”

ngrguardiannews Tuesday, October 24, 2017 7:28:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Over 190,000 polio vaccinators simultaneously immunized more than 116 million children under five in 13 countries in coordinated effort in west and central Africa,”

ngrguardiannews Tuesday, October 24, 2017 7:28:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “What is needed now is to bring together the development partners, donors, like the World Bank, and African Development Bank, who are interested in development and less involved in humanitarian response, and ensure that they get engaged now to understand the investment government and others have made, and prepare themselves to help transition to rebuilding the health system in the northeast because rebuilding is better,”

dailytrust Monday, October 16, 2017 7:19:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti says : “Although equal opportunity laws for people with disability in the workplace exist in many countries, mental illness is associated with the greatest disadvantage in terms of employment rates,” “Social acceptance of people with mental health illnesses has not improved much in the last 20 years”

dailytrust Saturday, October 14, 2017 8:07:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The prospect of a malaria vaccine is great news. Information gathered in the pilot will help us make decisions on the wider use of this vaccine,”

africanbrains Wednesday, October 4, 2017 5:03:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “With the project coming to an end, the project partners will meet in Zanzibar from 19 to 21 September to take stock of achievements and devise a way forward,”

onlinenigeria Tuesday, September 19, 2017 10:39:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “To some extent, the programs are relatively underfunded and need more resources,” “TB should be given serious attention”

thezimbabwemail Wednesday, August 30, 2017 9:14:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "To some extent, the programs are relatively underfunded and need more resources," "TB should be given serious attention"

deutschewelle-en Wednesday, August 30, 2017 8:38:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Togo is the first country in the African Region to achieve WHO’s validation of elimination of lymphatic filariasis as a public health problem,”

sunnewsonline Tuesday, August 29, 2017 6:46:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “We are able to declare the end of one of the largest and most challenging yellow fever outbreaks in recent years through the strong and coordinated response by national authorities, local health workers and partners,”

un-org Thursday, February 16, 2017 12:18:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “We are able to declare the end of one of the largest and most challenging yellow fever outbreak in recent years through the strong and coordinated response by national authorities, local health workers and partners,”

reliefWeb Wednesday, February 15, 2017 4:46:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Vaccines are among the most effective public health tools available,”

reliefWeb Tuesday, January 31, 2017 8:40:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “The Ministerial Conference achieved its goal of uniting leaders from across Africa behind the single goal of reaching every child with the vaccines they need,”

nigeriamasterweb Thursday, December 22, 2016 6:56:00 AM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "It is incredible that such a large and diverse group of partners have come together to protect people against yellow fever,"

reliefWeb Wednesday, December 7, 2016 6:49:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti explained : "The current battle against yellow fever in Angola and the Democratic Republic of the Congo is coming to a close," "But the broader war against the disease is just getting started"

reliefWeb Wednesday, December 7, 2016 6:49:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : "Disease outbreaks and public health crises - many of which began in animals - have taken lives and livelihoods, severely impacted our industries and economies and taken a serious toll on our already stretched public health workforces,"

allafrica Tuesday, November 15, 2016 1:22:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Disease outbreaks and public health crises many of which began in animals have taken lives and livelihoods, severely impacted our industries and economies, and taken a serious toll on our already-stretched public health workforces,”

dailytrust Monday, November 14, 2016 6:39:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “In the African Region, due to poor investment and limited professionals in the area of mental health, PFA is not always available when a crisis arises. National disaster management authorities are encouraged to consider having teams ready who could travel to disaster-affected regions to orient local first responders in psychological first aid when disaster strikes,”

reliefWeb Saturday, October 8, 2016 12:33:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “WHO congratulates the DRC for successfully conducting this complex logistical emergency vaccination campaign in record time of 10 days including very hard to reach areas,”

reliefWeb Tuesday, September 6, 2016 9:35:00 PM EAT

Matshidiso Moeti said : “Vaccination remains the key strategy to control the largely urban yellow fever outbreak in the DRC as it is the most effective protection against yellow fever,”

reliefWeb Tuesday, September 6, 2016 9:35:00 PM EAT