AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoEbola Emergency in DRC: UN chief António Guterres says the Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak has killed over 2,700 people, with about 500 new cases weekly, and warns the response is only 48% funded—risking a shutdown of vital work within weeks unless an extra $1.1bn is secured. Measles Warning: WHO estimates nearly 11 million people could contract measles in 2026, with Africa and Asia hit hardest; experts stress vaccination gaps and undernutrition raise the risk of severe complications. Burundi Health Funding Pressure: A new analysis says US global health agreements could cut funding to Burundi by 78% by 2030, with steep co-financing demands that may leave patients without care. Local Capacity & Care: Tanzania’s Muhimbili Orthopaedic Institute expands specialist services and online booking, aiming to become a regional hub ahead of AFCON 2027. Training for Safer Homes: A Mercer program trained labs across East Africa, including Burundi, to test lead in paint—targeting a major child health risk. Health Teams in Burundi: US Army medics treated 600+ patients alongside Burundian staff at Kamenge Military Hospital during a readiness exercise, including trauma and infectious disease care. Public Health & Food Security: East Africa’s food system push highlights indigenous trees and native fruits as a way to fight malnutrition while protecting biodiversity.
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