Center for One Health and Zoonotic Diseases (COHAZD) Showcases African Evidence at ISSAD 2026 in Nairobi, Kenya by Peace Oregbesan From 23 to 25 February 2026, the Hyatt Regency Westlands in Nairobi became a hub for global conversations on maternal and newborn health as researchers, vaccine developers, and public health experts gathered for the International […]
February 24, 2026 SRHIN Expands HIV Prevention Education Across Communities, IDP Settings, and University Campuses Through the Collaborate to Eliminate Project Oregbesan Peace, SRHIN The Slum and Rural Health Initiative (SRHIN), through the Collaborate to Eliminate project, continues to strengthen community-driven HIV prevention education across diverse populations in Nigeria. Over the past week, our team
February 20, 2026 Lassa Fever: Outbreak, Symptoms, Prevention & Diagnosis Opeyemi Hammed, SRHIN Lassa fever is an acute viral haemorrhagic illness caused by the Lassa virus, first identified in Nigeria in 1969. It is endemic in West Africa, with Nigeria often recording the highest number of annual cases. Outbreaks occur most frequently between October and
Lassa Fever Outbreak, Trends, Causes, Symptoms & Diagnosis Read More »
February 18, 2026 Brave Heart Project Teachers Certification Ceremony Marks Major Milestone for Youth Mental Health in Sierra Leone Peace Oregbesan & Promise Taiwo, SRHIN The Brave Heart Project reached a major implementation milestone with a successful certification ceremony celebrating our trained teachers advancing school-based mental health and substance use prevention in secondary schools across
February 16, 2026 Beyond the Borehole: Why Infrastructure Alone is Failing the Children of Ibadan South West Melody Adesina, SRHIN In 2019, approximately 37,000 Nigerian children under five died of diarrhea. This averages to roughly one death every 14 minutes.That is 37,000 families every year left with an empty seat at the table. In 2025
February 09, 2026 Lassa Fever Outbreak in Nigeria: Key Facts, Affected States, Causes, and Prevention Oregbesan Peace, SRHIN Nigeria is experiencing a rise in Lassa fever cases, a viral disease that recurs annually and continues to cause fatalities due to late detection, misinformation, and inadequate prevention. Recent updates from the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control
Lassa Fever Outbreak in Nigeria: Key Facts, Affected States, Causes, and Prevention Read More »
January 15, 2026 SRHIN Engages with Sierra Leone Minister and Ministry of Education to Strengthen School-Based Substance Use Prevention Peace Oregbesan and Promise Taiwo Slum and Rural Health Initiative In a major step toward securing the long-term sustainability and national scale-up of the Brave Heart Project, the Slum and Rural Health Initiative Network in Sierra
We are excited to share our new publication in The Lancet Regional Health – Africa titled “Artificial intelligence anchored in African intelligence: toward equitable mental health systems in Africa.” The article examines how artificial intelligence can help address Africa’s wide mental health treatment gap—where over 80% of people with common mental disorders receive no care—but
New Lancet Publication: AI Anchored in African Intelligen Read More »
November 27, 2025 The Benefits of Group Therapy and Support Groups Peace Oregbesan, srhin Mental health care comes in many forms, and one of the most powerful yet often overlooked methods is group therapy and support groups. These gatherings bring people together to share experiences, gain emotional support, and learn practical strategies for managing mental
The Benefits of Group Therapy and Support Groups Read More »
November 27, 2025 Mental Health in the Age of Technology: Apps, Therapy, and Online Support Peace Oregbesan, srhin In today’s digitally connected world, technology is reshaping how we approach mental health. From mindfulness apps to virtual therapy and AI-powered chatbots, digital tools are making mental wellness more accessible, inclusive, and effective. At Slum and Rural
Mental Health in the Age of Technology: Apps, Therapy, and Online Support Read More »
