Discover the latest on Guinea's diphtheria outbreak and new snail species found in Papua New Guinea!
Guinea has recently made headlines due to the resurgence of a long-forgotten disease in West Africa. Since August 2023, Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) has been actively responding to a diphtheria outbreak in Guinea's northeastern region, highlighting the importance of healthcare interventions in the country. Additionally, the British Embassy in Conakry has announced a call for bids for new projects in Guinea. The International Programme Fund (IPF) is seeking proposals for initiatives to be implemented from April 2024 to March 2025, showing a collaborative effort to support development in the nation.
On a different note, Papua New Guinea has unveiled a fascinating discovery - the identification of nine new species of carnivorous land snails in its remote forests. These snails, found in the biodiversity-rich island of New Guinea, have captured the attention of researchers and conservationists worldwide. This unique biodiversity hotspot continues to surprise scientists with its hidden treasures, emphasizing the need for preservation efforts in the region.
Since August 2023, Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) has mounted a major response to the diphtheria outbreak in Guinea's northeastern ...
The British Embassy in Conakry is pleased to open a call for bids to the International Programme Fund (IPF) for projects running from April 2024 to March ...
Nine new species of carnivorous land snails have been found in the remote forests of Papua New Guinea, a biodiversity hot spot. · The island of New Guinea ...