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Bugs, Out! Mongolia Cities Battle Creepy Infestations

Public extermination services were halted during the pandemic. Residents have embraced cheaper DIY solutions — but there are risks.

By Khorloo Khukhnokhoi

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Zimbabwe
New Tax Promises a Larger Fleet of Emergency Vehicles in Harare. Residents are Skeptical.

Residents doubt city leaders’ new levy will help pay for more critically-needed ambulances.

By Gamuchirai Masiyiwa
Zimbabwe
How Zimbabwe’s Health System Profits From the Dead

By Linda Mujuru
Democratic Republic of Congo
Closed Clinics, Empty Shelves: Patients Struggle as War Unravels Lubero’s Health Care System

Violence and road blockages have made it impossible to transport people and vital supplies to medical facilities.

By Merveille Kavira Luneghe

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Handmade Soap Keeps Malaria-Carrying Mosquitos Away in Uganda

By Patricia Lindrio

In Zambia, Rumors About Birth Control Hinder Family Planning

By Prudence Phiri

Fertility Myths – Not Access – Stand Between Zambian Women and Contraception

By Prudence Phiri

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