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Keywords: World Health Organization


Morocco ranks third in Africa for depression rates in 2025

Behind the everyday smiles, Morocco has emerged as one of Africa’s most affected nations by depression, according to figures from World Population Review, as cited by The African Exponent. In 2025, approximately 2.326 million Moroccans, 6.54% of the population, are experiencing depressive symptoms.......

WHO launches global clinical trials forum to enhance research standards

The World Health Organization (WHO) has officially launched the Global Clinical Trials Forum (GCTF), a new initiative aimed at elevating the quality, transparency, and coordination of clinical trials worldwide. The forum seeks to establish a multi-stakeholder network to reinforce clinical trial infrastructure......

Third devastating earthquake strikes Afghanistan as death toll surpasses 2,200

A magnitude 6.2 earthquake hit southeastern Afghanistan on Thursday, marking the third major quake to strike the region this week. The disaster amplifies the ongoing humanitarian crisis in a country already grappling with inadequate relief operations in its remote mountainous areas. Death toll climbs......

Gaza hospitals overwhelmed as humanitarian crisis deepens

The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that the few hospitals still operating in Gaza are at breaking point, struggling to cope with a relentless influx of wounded people following incidents near humanitarian aid distribution points. Thousands of residents, risking their lives, continue to gather......

Guterres condemns use of hunger as a weapon amid Gaza and Sudan conflicts

The Secretary-General of the United Nations, António Guterres, has strongly denounced the use of hunger as a weapon of war, highlighting its devastating impact in conflict zones such as Gaza and Sudan. Speaking at the United Nations Food Systems Summit (UNFSS) held in Ethiopia on Monday, July......

Significant drop in measles cases in Morocco due to vaccination efforts

Morocco has recorded an 80% decrease in measles cases compared to the peak registered 16 weeks ago, according to health and social protection minister Amine Tahraoui. Speaking at the House of Representatives in Rabat on Monday, Tahraoui announced that the national weekly incidence rate has fallen to......

WHO chief urges Israel to show compassion for Gaza

Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, head of the World Health Organization (WHO), has called on Israel to show mercy toward Gaza by ending the ongoing conflict and halting the systematic destruction of the Palestinian territory’s healthcare infrastructure. After more than two and a half months of a complete......

Morocco engages in the 78th World Health Assembly in Geneva

The 78th World Health Assembly commenced on Monday at the Palais des Nations in Geneva, featuring the active participation of Morocco’s Minister of Health and Social Protection, Amine Tahraoui. Under the theme "One World for Health," this session gathers high-level delegates from various......

Global health nations reach historic pandemic preparedness agreement

After more than three years of intense negotiations, member states of the World Health Organization (WHO) reached a historic consensus on a new agreement aimed at strengthening global preparedness and response to future pandemics. "This evening marks a milestone in our collective journey toward......

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