AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoWHO Internship Access: The WHO opened its Global Internship Programme to citizens of all 194 member states, including dozens of African countries, with placements across Switzerland and regional/country offices. Travel & Health Mobility: Turkey’s e-Visa expansion includes Mauritius, but Somalia is excluded—highlighting gaps in travel access that can affect healthcare travel and services. Connectivity for Care & Trade: Mauritius President Dharambeer Gokhool hailed Ethiopian Airlines’ new direct Port Louis–Addis Ababa flights as a connectivity boost for tourism, investment, and human capital. Public Health Safety Abroad: A Mauritius teen died after a Dubai jet ski crash on her 18th birthday; her companion was rushed to hospital after critical injuries. Healthcare Workforce Watch: Several countries are advertising visa-sponsored nursing routes amid global shortages, underscoring ongoing demand for qualified nurses. Local Health Systems Planning: A SADC training in Johannesburg focuses on cost-benefit tools to help governments prioritise high-impact services like vaccination and early childhood education. Visa Convenience for Medical Travel: India released a 2026 e-Visa list covering Mauritius and other African nations, enabling online applications for tourism, business, and medical travel.
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