AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoEbola Alert in DRC: The WHO and partners warn a new, fast-spreading Ebola strain (“Bundibugyo ebolavirus”) is spreading rapidly in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, with health agencies calling it an international emergency as insecurity and poor access hamper care and safe burials. Dengue Vaccine Push: KNUST has joined the DENSTAR project, a multi-country effort to speed dengue vaccine development and evaluation in Africa, with €11m+ secured for trials starting June 1, 2026. Malaria in Pregnancy Guidance: A new review highlights how intermittent preventive treatment for malaria in HIV-positive pregnancies can shape maternal, fetal, and neonatal outcomes, reinforcing the need for careful antenatal drug strategies. Food Prices Hit Health: In Gabon’s wider region, rising gas and flour costs are making bread more expensive and lighter, a reminder that nutrition and household health can be affected by fuel-driven supply shocks. Conservation & Health Links: Reports spotlight the role of African forest elephants in rainforest carbon storage and resilience, underscoring how protecting ecosystems supports long-term public health.
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