AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoEbola Watch: Africa CDC reports 11,145 confirmed cases and 5,437 deaths in the six-month Bundibugyo outbreak, with response efforts hampered by insecurity and infections among health workers, especially in the DRC. A regional programme has trained frontline workers and assessed health facilities in Burundi and neighbouring countries. Weather Preparedness: The EAC’s emergency plan flags western Burundi as a flood-risk area and prioritizes health readiness as heavy rains threaten the region through February 2027. Cholera Alert: Cholera is spreading in Bujumbura, including Gihosha, as water shortages raise fears of further transmission. Patients are being treated at King Khaled and Prince Louis Rwagasore hospitals. MedTech Opportunity: Burundi-based health technology innovators can apply to Villgro Africa’s programme for 24 months of product and business support; applications close November 16.
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