A study, led by the Tanzania Plant Health and Pesticide Authority (TPHPA), which found that more than two thirds of pesticide poisoning cases in Tanzania result from intentional poisoning.
The East African Community (EAC) – consisting of eight partner states – has officially adopted a new strategy on managing highly hazardous pesticides (HHPs).
China has banned the sale and use of four highly hazardous pesticides.
The Centre for Pesticide Suicide Prevention (CPSP) is seeking a consultant to support its national programmes and activities across Asia.
A newly published analysis highlights the urgent need to address inconsistencies in tackling the commercial drivers of suicide.
*Warning: this article discusses methods of suicide. If you have questions on self-harm or feel suicidal, use this link to find an international helpline – www.findahelpline.com*
An essay highlighting the urgent need to address inconsistencies in tackling the commercial drivers of suicide.
The urgent need to prevent pesticide suicides took centre stage at a side-event during the 79th World Health Assembly in Geneva.
On 18 May 2026, the Centre for Pesticide Suicide Prevention (CPSP) supported an official member state-led side-event at the 79th World Health Assembly in Geneva: ‘A Global Pursuit of Suicide Prevention: Turning Evidence into Action’.
A new study has revealed a significant rise in self-poisoning cases – and related deaths – from a highly toxic pesticide in Bangladesh.
*Warning: This article discusses means of self-harm and suicide. If you have questions on self-harm or feel suicidal, use this link to find an international helpline – www.findahelpline.com*.
The Indian state of Andhra Pradesh has introduced a 60-day ban on the sale, distribution, and use of a highly toxic pesticide.