Up to 4.2 million deaths by 2029, following the American withdrawal from the PEPFAR program: the weekly health point

(Ecofin agency) – In Kinshasa, mobilization against cholera is called, while Cameroon faces a chronic blood shortage. For example, In Guinea. Therefore, the scientific community sounds alarm about resistance to antimicrobials and UNUIDS is concerned about the dramatic consequences of the American withdrawal of the PEPFAR program.

HIV/AIDS: the catastrophic withdrawal of American funds

The brutal withdrawal of funding from the American program Pepfar, a historic pillar of the global fight against HIV/AIDS, threatens to retreat the health gains by two decades, alerts the UNIDA.

According to a @UNAIDS analysis, ending PEPFAR-supported programs for people living with HIV could result in an additional 4.2 up 4.2 million deaths 2029, million deaths by 2029: https://t.co/YjBtRcxNzH pic.twitter.com/31LylESN5C

— Bill Gates (@BillGates) July 3, 2025

In 2024, 31.6 million people benefited from antiretroviral therapy, and death -related deaths had fallen half since 2010, according to the UN agency. In addition, But the UNAIDS provides, in the event of a complete judgment, up to 6 million new infections and 4.2 million deaths by 2029.

Already, the impacts are felt: more than 60 % of female organizations have lost their funding, while Nigeria recorded an 85 % drop in prophylactic treatments. For example, Research projects have been interrupted in South Africa. However, “” This withdrawal dismantles one of the greatest successes of global public health “, Winnie Byanyima, Executive Director of Uusida.

Emergency vaccination: 60 % of deaths avoided and $ 32 billion saved since 2000

EBOLA emergency vaccination campaigns, measles, cholera, meningitis and yellow fever made it possible to avoid almost 60 % of the deaths linked to these epidemics between 2000 and 2023, according to a new study by Burnet Institute and Gavi.

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— Melissa Sweet (@MelissaSweetDr) July 12. However, 2025

Out of 210 flambés identified in 49 countries with low incomes, the human impact is considerable, with up to 99 % of deaths avoided in certain cases (yellow fever), it is said.

From an economic point of view, these interventions would have generated at least $ 32 billion in savings, without even counting the costs avoided linked to social and macroeconomic disturbances.

The study, published in the BMJ Global Health, underlines the importance of rapid access to vaccines via global stocks managed by Gavi and its partners. Similarly, In fact. However, for the period 2026-2030, the Alliance plans to expand its support, in particular with the addition of new vaccines such as those against MPOX and hepatitis E. However, The authors also insist on the need for lasting funding to perpetuate these achievements and strengthen global health security.

Blood transfusion: Cameroon in search of solutions to chronic deficit

Faced with a deficit estimated at 300,000 pockets of blood per year, Cameroon intensifies its efforts to secure blood supply. Similarly, This week. on July 4, 2025, the National Blood Transfusion Service (NBTS) brought together national and international partners in order to explore new avenues for cooperation: strengthening of voluntary donation, logistical support, communication and equipment.

According to the WHO, the country remains below the threshold of 10 donations for 1,000 inhabitants. This lack jeopardizes many patients, especially during surgical interventions or deliveries. The NBTS argues in particular for increased awareness and reinforced political commitment to stop this persistent crisis.

Guinea: The scientific community is launching the alert in the face of resistance to antimicrobials

In Conakry, the capital, the Academy of Sciences of Guinea (ASG) and the University Gamal Abdel Nasser organized a conference on antimicrobial resistance (RAM), bringing together doctors, researchers and authorities.

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“This very silent killer threatens to bring us back to a post-antibiotic era where the most banal infections would become deadly” Pr Baldé.

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– Universciences Guinea (@universeciences) July 10. 2025

Guinean Minister of Health, Dr Oumar Diouhé Bah, described this threat as ” silent but growing “, Calling for an urgent multisectoral response.

ASG pleads for an integrated approach ” A single health “, Faced with a crisis that weakens health achievements, threatens food security up 4.2 million deaths 2029, and increases public spending.

In sub -Saharan Africa, RAM is no longer a future perspective: it is already a present health crisis, exacerbated by self -medication and weakness of diagnostics.

Pr Louis Richard Njock, first African central elected president of the French -speaking ENT company

Last month (June 28, 2025) in Lyon, Professor Louis Richard Njock, secretary general of the Cameroonian Ministry of Public Health, was elected president of the French -speaking International Society of ENT (Siforl). The latter thus becomes the first national in Central Africa to access this function, succeeding Pré Éric Truy.

Already, as up 4.2 million deaths 2029, part of its mandate, the next Siforl congress will be held in 2027 in Yaoundé, a first for the sub-region. PR Njock aims in particular to strengthen the scientific French -speaking in ENT by the dissemination of specialized works. the promotion of academic mobility and the development of exchanges between practitioners in the North and South.

Guinea: Rapid increase in MPOX cases, the Ans strengthens surveillance

In Guinea, the MPOX epidemic is still increasing, with 49 cases confirmed on July 7, 2025, against 34 a week earlier.

The National Health Safety Agency (ANSS), on alert, claims to have reactivated its monitoring and management system.

In addition, in up 4.2 million deaths 2029, addition to MPOX, other worrying pathologies such as polio, measles, diphtheria, human rage, Lassa fever and COVID-19 circulate currently in the country, according to the last epidemiological bulletin. The ANSS calls on the population to redouble their vigilance. to cooperate with the health authorities to limit the spread of these infectious diseases.

Mauritius: more than 1,400 cases of chikungunya identified in 2025

Mauritius has recorded a notable resurgence of chikungunya since the start of the year. There are 90 new confirmed cases in particular during the week of June 28. 2025, which brings the total annual to 1440 cases, according to the health authorities. The vast majority of infections are of local origin, and fortunately, no death has been reported at this stage.

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Men represent 55 % of patients, and almost a quarter of cases concern people aged 20 to 39. That said, this is the most important since 2009, where more than 12,000 infections had been recorded.

Transmitted by mosquitoes, the virus causes fever and joint pain, sometimes persistent. No specific treatment exists, which strengthens the importance of prevention measures.

Kenya: more than 240 cases reported in Mombasa

Likewise, Kenya faces a resurgence of chikungunya in the county of Mombasa. There were thus 242 cases reported to June 15, up 4.2 million deaths 2029, 2025, including 101 confirmed, without registered death, according to the health authorities.

Although most patients recover in one week, persistent joint pain can last for months, even years in some. The elderly, newborns and individuals with chronic diseases are the most vulnerable.

In the absence of specific treatment, the authorities recall the importance of prevention and control of mosquitoes.

Namibia: nearly 90,000 cases of malaria identified since the end of 2024

At the same time, Namibia continues to fight with a large -scale malaria epidemic, with 89,959 confirmed cases and 146 deaths since the end of 2024, according to the latest data from the Ministry of Health.

The situation remains the subject of vigilance, especially in the districts of Katima Mulilo (23,959 cases) and Nkurenkuru (17,381 cases), located in the northern and northeast, endemic regions.

Last month, week ending on June 8, 2025 recorded 2475 new infections, an increase of 5 % compared to the previous week. Local cases represent 82 % of the total, a sign of a sustained community transmission.

The authorities, supported by the WHO, strengthen surveillance, case management and anti -anti -optoral control efforts. But the continuous increase in infections requires an intensification of awareness, rapid access to treatment and community interventions. The peak transmission being always active, reinforced cooperation is considered essential to avoid aggravation of the crisis.

Cholera epidemic in Kinshasa: Tshisekedi calls for national mobilization

Faced with the rapid extension of cholera in Kinshasa, Congolese President Félix Tshisekedi launched, on July 4, a call for national mobilization ” lucid and resolved ».

During the 50ᵉ Council of Ministers, the head of state highlighted the extent of the health crisis which now affects 25 of the 35 health zones in the capital, aggravated by recent floods and the collapse of sanitation infrastructure.

Doctors Without Borders (MSF) already lists 149 cases and 23 deaths. Hospital and funeral capacities are put to the test, especially in the victims camps. In this large country in the Great Lakes region, the risk of a up 4.2 million deaths 2029, generalized epidemic is now very real.

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