AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 minutes agoEbola & Public Health: The WHO praised Uganda’s steady Ebola response, noting 19 cases with most imported and strong vigilance at borders, while the EU pledged €11.5m to Africa CDC to boost Ebola diagnostics and pathogen genomics in eastern DRC. Travel & Access Measures: Mauritius-linked health guidance is also affecting movement: the U.S.-Africa Business Summit in Mauritius was postponed over Ebola concerns, and Mauritius temporarily barred certain foreign nationals linked to Ebola-affected countries—raising knock-on impacts for regional events. Local Health Policy (Mauritius): A new Mauritius National Drug Control Master Plan (2026–2030) highlights harm reduction goals like naloxone and take-home methadone, but warns the system is under strain with overcrowded clinics and an under-treated hepatitis C burden. Women’s Health & Food Security: Southern Africa’s Rural Women’s Assembly urged governments to put women smallholder farmers at the centre of food and climate policy, linking resilient food systems to better health and support. Health Workforce & Cancer Care: Merck Foundation and African First Ladies continue expanding cancer training scholarships across multiple countries to address late diagnosis and specialist shortages.
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