Geneva, May 18, 2026 (AFP) - WHO kicks off annual assembly amid hantavirus, Ebola crises

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2026-05-18
World Health Organization member states gather for their annual meeting in Geneva Monday amid concern over deadly hantavirus and Ebola outbreaks and uncertainty over announced US and Argentinian withdrawals. While the rare hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship that has gripped global attention is not officially on the agenda, it is expected to feature prominently in the discussions, as is the fresh Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Cong......
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WINDHOEK, 16 May 2026 - A UNAM Bokkies player (in red and white) battles for possession against Ongos FC (in maroon) during Round 20 of the Women’s Super League at UNAM Stadium in Windhoek. The closely contested encounter on Saturday ended in a goalless draw. (Photo by: Hesron Kapanga) NAMPA

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WINDHOEK, 16 May 2026 - A UNAM Bokkies player (in red and white) battles for possession against Ongos FC (in maroon) during Round 20 of the Women’s Super League at UNAM Stadium in Windhoek. The closely contested encounter on Saturday ended in a goalless draw. (Photo by: Hesron Kapanga) NAMPA

WINDHOEK, 16 May 2026 - A UNAM Bokkies player (in red and white) battles for possession against Ongos FC (in maroon) during Round 20 of the Women’s Super League at UNAM Stadium in Windhoek. The closely contested encounter on Saturday ended in a goalless draw. (Photo by: Hesron Kapanga) NAMPA

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WINDHOEK, 16 May 2026 - A UNAM Bokkies player (in red and white) battles for possession against Ongos FC (in maroon) during Round 20 of the Women’s Super League at UNAM Stadium in Windhoek. The closely contested encounter on Saturday ended in a goalless draw. (Photo by: Hesron Kapanga) NAMPA

WINDHOEK, 16 May 2026 - A UNAM Bokkies player (in red and white) battles for possession against Ongos FC (in maroon) during Round 20 of the Women’s Super League at UNAM Stadium in Windhoek. The closely contested encounter on Saturday ended in a goalless draw. (Photo by: Hesron Kapanga) NAMPA

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