AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoEbola Emergency in Congo: Africa CDC has confirmed a new Ebola outbreak in DR Congo’s Ituri province, reporting 65 deaths and about 246 suspected cases, mainly in Mongwalu and Rwampara, with suspected cases also flagged in Bunia; preliminary lab results point to a non-Zaire strain, and Africa CDC is convening an urgent cross-border meeting with Congo, Uganda, South Sudan and partners to tighten surveillance and response as mining-linked mobility and urban spread risks rise. Cancer Care Spotlight (Ghana): A US delegation visited Ghana’s Breast Care International and Peace and Love Hospital in Kumasi, praising their breast cancer diagnosis, treatment and survivorship support, and urging stronger transatlantic research collaboration. Flu Vaccination Warning (South Africa): Health authorities say the 2026 respiratory season is starting early, with influenza and RSV circulating together, urging people not to delay flu shots. Women’s Health Leadership (Gambia): Dr Fatoumatta Jarjusey’s mission to strengthen maternal and reproductive care highlights growing local specialist capacity.
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