Minister of Health, Khumbidze Kandodo Chiponda has expressed satisfaction with the commitment and quality health service delivery that Biwi Health Centre in Lilongwe is providing to the general community.
The Ministry of Health has rolled out a Measles-Rubella supplementary vaccination campaign across several districts in Malawi following a prolonged outbreak that has led to 653 confirmed cases and one death since it began in October 2024.
Malawi's Secretary for Health, Samson Mndolo, has emphasized the critical role of District Environmental Health Offices (DEHOs), in preventing disease outbreaks, pleading for greater investment and support amid mounting public health challenges.
The government has announced plans to construct a modern hospital in Dowa District in response to growing concerns from the community over the inadequate size and condition of the current facility, which many believe falls short of district hospital standards.
Minister of Health Khumbize Kandodo Chiponda has commended government's efforts in increasing the ministry’s budget which has contributed significantly to the efficiency and operations of the ministry.
Malawi Health Equity Network (MHEN) has expressed satisfaction with Mother Care Groups (MCG) role in mobilising communities in Blantyre rural to understand the benefits of child immunization.
Senior Chief Malanda in Nkhata Bay has commended government for its commitment to bring health service facilities close to the people, saying this will improve health service delivery in the district.
Malawi’s healthcare system is facing challenges as the country grapples with a rising burden of diseases, inadequate medical infrastructure, and a shortage of healthcare professionals.
In his remarks. Secretariat for WHO FCTC Andrew Black said that the assessment which is being undertaken jointly with the Ministry of Health and WHO, will among others help to identify gaps and opportunities for more to be done to protect the health of Malawian citizens from tobacco use, including protecting children and young people.