AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoEbola Watch (DRC): The Bundibugyo virus disease outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo is still active, with 2,124 confirmed cases and 828 deaths reported as of July 15, while Uganda records no new BVD cases since June 21. Medicines Safety: The African Medicines Agency has partnered with Medicines for Africa to boost public communication and advocacy to curb substandard and falsified medicines across the continent. Child Protection (Nigeria): UNICEF executive director Catherine Russell visited northern Nigeria, urging sustained investment as conflict and food insecurity deepen child vulnerability, including malnutrition and disrupted education. Public Health & Food Risks: Popular snacks are being recalled after a packaging mix-up may expose people with milk allergies to undeclared milk ingredients. Health Access (South Africa): CareKahle clinics in Gauteng are expanding winter-ready walk-in primary care for coughs, chronic conditions like diabetes and hypertension, and family planning. AI & Governance: Geoffrey Hinton warns about AI risks as African universities are urged to become AI creators, not just consumers. Policy Pressure (Reproductive Health): Reports say US anti-abortion funding restrictions could reshape reproductive health support across Africa. Tax Filing (South Africa): SARS warns of intermittent eFiling and app access issues as the filing season moves forward.
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