AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoWHO Funding Push: Fourteen African countries, including Mauritius, pledged over US$45m to support WHO’s first-ever Investment Round, aiming for more predictable health financing over the next four years. Regional Health Collaboration: Eswatini will host 300+ Eastern, Central and Southern Africa health experts for a forum focused on health security, innovation and sustainability—Mauritius is listed among participating member states. Inequality & Health Risk: New research in the New England Journal of Medicine says economic inequality is the strongest predictor of pandemic outcomes, urging “inequality-informed” preparedness like paid sick leave, cash support and debt relief. Mosquito-Borne Alert: The CDC issued a travel advisory for Costa Rica due to chikungunya activity, highlighting symptoms and the need for vaccination where available plus strong insect protection. Digital Payments for Health Access: India’s UPI expansion now includes Mauritius, with July hitting record transaction volumes—relevant for faster, cash-light payments that can support healthcare spending and services.
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