AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoEbola Alert (DR Congo): Africa CDC says the DRC Ebola outbreak has surged past 2,000 deaths and 4,449 confirmed cases, with spread accelerating across more health zones and provinces—warning conventional response may be outpaced. Maternal Health (Burundi): Burundi’s exclusive breastfeeding rates (above 80%) are being highlighted as a model for maternal and child health, with WHO/UNICEF urging countries to back breastfeeding with stronger health systems, maternity services, workplace protections, and funding. NCD Prevention (Eastern & Southern Africa): A World Bank-supported training in Dar es Salaam is equipping frontline mentors to integrate non-communicable disease surveillance into field epidemiology, including in Burundi, to catch chronic illness risks earlier. Youth & Public Participation (Burundi): As Burundi hosts youth peace and security dialogue, voices call for turning the African Youth Charter into real influence through laws, budgets, and institutions—not just conferences. Clean Water (Bujumbura): CRDB Bank Burundi’s marathon backed “water for all,” with the First Lady praising sport-linked community support for access to clean, safe water. EAC AI for Health: The EAC and Germany launch an AI innovation challenge with an Ebola response track, aiming to train young innovators to build tools for detection, preparedness, and response.
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