# Public health initiatives in Africa > Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/public-health-initiatives-in-africa > Updated: 2026-10-30T02:45:00.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2. Health programs have been launched across several African nations to address various medical challenges. In Cameroon, the ACCESS MMP project was introduced to accelerate the elimination of neglected tropical diseases by targeting mobile and vulnerable populations, such as refugees and nomadic pastoralists. Simultaneously, in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the One Health Institute for Africa established partnerships with national health programs to bridge the gap between scientific research and public health operations. In Mayotte, efforts to combat type 2 diabetes include screening campaigns and community health events to address high obesity rates. In Madagascar, focus has been placed on the economic impact of chronic diseases, as the high cost of managing conditions like diabetes and hypertension creates significant financial burdens for households. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-30: Diabetes and chronic disease management initiatives in Mayotte and Madagascar Health initiatives in Mayotte aim to increase diabetes screening, while families in Madagascar struggle with the rising costs of managing chronic diseases like diabetes and hypertension. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/diabetes-and-chronic-disease-management-initiatives-in-mayotte-and-madagascar ### 2026-10-25: Health initiatives launched in Cameroon and DR Congo to combat neglected diseases Cameroon has launched the ACCESS MMP project to combat neglected tropical diseases among mobile populations, while DR Congo's INOHA signed agreements to link scientific research with public health programs. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/health-initiatives-launched-in-cameroon-and-dr-congo-to-combat-neglected-diseases --- Cite as: Public health initiatives in Africa. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/public-health-initiatives-in-africa