AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoEbola Response Funding: The EU pledged €11.5 million to Africa CDC to fight the Ebola outbreak in eastern DR Congo, including €6.5 million for pathogen genomics and €5 million in rapid diagnostic support as deaths rise. Ebola Cross-Border Measures: WHO chief Tedros praised Uganda’s Ebola containment, citing low case fatality and border lab support, while Kenya and Uganda launched a joint Ebola preparedness assessment at Busia to tighten screening and procedures. Mauritius Travel Rules: Mauritius temporarily restricted entry for people who recently visited DR Congo, Uganda, or South Sudan, with enhanced health screening and mandatory 21-day quarantine for arrivals. Local Health Capacity: Merck Foundation highlighted ongoing cancer training scholarships across Africa to expand oncology and pain management specialists, alongside new cancer awareness materials. Mauritius Labour & Health Link: A Mauritius debate on modern foreign labour “indenture” continues, raising concerns about worker vulnerability and protections tied to single sponsors. Wellness & Care Culture: Mauritius also hosted a refereeing clinic, while regional health security efforts underline how training and preparedness remain central to public health.
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