AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoEbola Surge in DRC: The suspected Ebola caseload in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo has jumped past 1,000, with health authorities reporting 1,077 suspected cases, 121 confirmed infections and 17 deaths since the May 15 declaration, as surveillance and community awareness continue despite security hurdles. Regional Alarm & Travel Controls: WHO and Africa CDC warn neighboring countries face a fast-moving risk, urging immediate action and humanitarian access; Uganda has moved to temporarily close its border with Congo, while several countries have tightened screening and travel advisories. Ethiopia’s Preparedness: Ethiopia says it has no suspected or confirmed Ebola cases, but is ramping up airport and land-entry screening, surveillance, lab readiness and essential supplies with the Ethiopian Public Health Institute and partners. Cross-Border Support: Africa CDC says India has delivered emergency pharmaceutical supplies to Uganda for deployment in eastern DRC, including diagnostics, therapeutics, infection prevention and case management support. Mental Health Focus: Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi is set to keynote a regional mental health workshop in Johannesburg, bringing together East and Southern Africa countries to share best practices ahead of a Kigali summit. Water & Public Health: Ethiopia’s Borena Water Supply Project is being presented as a long-term health and livelihood boost for drought-prone pastoral areas through major pipeline and reservoir development.
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