AGP Executive Report
Last update: 36 minutes agoEbola Emergency: DR Congo’s Ebola outbreak has surged past 2,000 deaths, with WHO saying the virus began spreading months before it was officially declared and that responders are “chasing” a fast-moving outbreak; the Bundibugyo strain has no approved vaccines or treatments, while conflict and delayed detection are worsening the response. Humanitarian Education Shock: In Sudan, UNICEF warns that 8 million children are out of school as nearly half of school buildings are closed or unavailable, risking a “lost generation” amid ongoing fighting. Health System Access via Identity: Nigeria’s birth registration drive has reached 14.5 million children, linking registration services to health facilities and community outreach to help more children get legal identity. Regional Development Finance: ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (EBID) approved over $510m for transport, a 200-bed regional hospital in Guinea, renewable energy and private-sector projects across West Africa. Livestock & Food Security Push: Nigeria’s Tinubu says a national strategy aims to double the livestock sector’s $32bn contribution to over $64bn, positioning it for modern processing and jobs.
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