Egypt champions six global health resolutions at WHO assembly
Egypt played a leading role at the 79th World Health Assembly in Geneva, where six international health resolutions spearheaded by the country were adopted, underscoring its growing influence in shaping global health policy. Health Minister Khaled Abdel Ghaffar said
Egypt health minister calls for stronger local drug manufacturing
Egyptian Health Minister Khaled Abdel Ghaffar said local pharmaceutical manufacturing is essential for building resilient healthcare supply chains and reducing vulnerability to global crises. Speaking at a healthcare supply chain event held on the sidelines of the 79th World
Egypt explores healthcare cooperation with Burkina Faso, Lebanon at World Health Assembly
Egypt’s Minister of Health and Population, Khaled Abdel Ghaffar, discussed expanding healthcare cooperation and exchanging expertise with his counterparts from Burkina Faso and Lebanon on the sidelines of the 79th World Health Assembly in Geneva. In a statement, Egypt’s Ministry
WHO honours Egyptian burn care pioneer Heba El Sewedy
The World Health Organization has honoured Egyptian physician Heba El Sewedy, founder and chair of the Ahl Masr Foundation and Burn Hospital, with the Director-General’s Award in recognition of her pioneering contributions to burn care. The award was presented during
Egypt marks International Nurses Day, reaffirms support for healthcare workers
Egypt’s Health Ministry highlighted the importance of investing in nursing staff and expanding training programs during celebrations marking International Nurses Day, held under the slogan “Supporting nurses saves lives.” Health Minister Khaled Abdel Ghaffar emphasized that nursing staff represent one
Egypt, World Bank explore pharma localisation, healthcare cooperation
Egypt’s Ministry of Health has discussed with the World Bank Group, including the International Finance Corporation (IFC), ways to deepen cooperation in the healthcare sector, with a focus on localising pharmaceutical production and improving service quality. Health Minister Khaled Abdel
Egypt expands mental health services nationwide through new initiative
Egypt’s Ministry of Health has launched new clinics under the presidential “Your Health is Happiness” initiative to expand mental health services and further integrate psychological care into the public healthcare system. Speaking at the launch event, held in partnership with
Egypt discusses new Alexandria hospital project with Greek Orthodox Patriarchate
Egypt’s Ministry of Health has discussed plans with the Greek Orthodox Patriarchate of Alexandria to establish a new hospital attached to the Patriarchate’s headquarters in Alexandria, as part of efforts to expand healthcare services and strengthen community partnerships. In a
Health Minister discusses strengthening cooperation with Institute of National Planning
Egypt’s Ministry of Health has discussed expanding cooperation with the Institute of National Planning (INP) to enhance healthcare policy development and improve human development indicators, as part of broader efforts to modernize the country’s health sector. In a statement, the
Egypt, Kenya deepen health, pharmaceutical cooperation to strengthen African health security
Egypt and Kenya have explored ways to expand cooperation in healthcare and the pharmaceutical industry, as Egyptian Health Minister Khaled Abdel Ghaffar took part in the Global Health Summit Nairobi. According to Egypt’s health ministry, Abdel Ghaffar led the country’s official