AGP Executive Report
Last update: 32 minutes agoEbola Emergency Escalates in Congo: DR Congo reports 867 suspected Ebola cases and 204 deaths, as WHO raises the national risk to “very high” and Africa CDC warns 10 nearby countries—including Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Ethiopia and Angola—are at high risk. Treatment Centres Hit by Violence: In eastern Congo, residents burned a Doctors Without Borders tent at a treatment site in Mongbwalu; 18 suspected patients fled and are unaccounted for, following a similar attack in Rwampara. Cross-Border Pressure Mounts: Uganda has confirmed cases, and diplomats push for stability while health teams race to contain spread amid conflict and weak access. Africa Mobilises Preparedness: Lagos says it has no Ebola cases but keeps surveillance active; Egypt and the Philippines report no cases. Travel Curbs Spread: India advises against non-essential travel to Congo, Uganda and South Sudan, and Andhra Pradesh intensifies airport screening. Health Diplomacy: Ethiopia’s PM Abiy hosted 500+ African medical professionals in Addis Ababa, highlighting regional training and self-reliance as outbreaks strain systems.
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