The World Health Organisation (WHO) has announced the prequalification of the first malaria treatment developed specifically for newborns and young infants weighing between 2 kg and 5 kg, a move expected to improve access to safe, quality-assured care for one of the most underserved patient groups.

South Africa’s (SA) Deputy Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure, Sihle Zikalala, took the Contractor Development Roadshow to KuGompo City in the Eastern Cape province, engaging directly with emerging contractors as part of a drive to strengthen capacity and unlock growth in the construction sector.