Dossier
Yaounde
Coverage of Yaounde in the Nexus archive.
- The New Malaria Vaccine Helps in Africa but Faces a Test: Completing All 4 Doses
A new malaria vaccine is being administered in Africa, but challenges remain in ensuring children complete all four required doses. In Cameroon, a mother walks through muddy conditions to bring her 9-month-old son for his vaccination at a central clinic.
- Cameroon faces major drinking water shortages despite boosted production
Cameroon produces 1.17 million cubic meters of drinking water daily through 103 stations, but major cities like Yaounde face significant deficits. Yaounde's demand exceeds 300,000 cubic meters per day, while supply is limited to 215,000, causing struggles for thousands of households.