AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoTigray Health Under Strain: Rebel authorities in Ethiopia’s Tigray accuse the federal government of deadly drone strikes, including an attack on Merewa Secondary School that reportedly wounded fighters and hit civilians, raising fresh fears of renewed conflict and more disruption to care. Sudan Atrocity Spotlight: A mass grave with 25 bodies was found in Kurmuk, Sudan, with allegations linking killings to the Rapid Support Forces—another grim reminder of how violence can surface only after territory changes. Ethiopia Health Workforce: Ethiopia plans to send specialist doctors and nurses abroad to ease local staff shortages, including a government-to-government framework with Barbados. Breastfeeding Push: Ethiopia and WHO mark World Breastfeeding Week 2026, urging scaling up proven breastfeeding support and stronger enforcement against inappropriate promotion of breast-milk substitutes. Katsina Medicines Supply: Nigeria’s Katsina State announces its first pharmaceutical manufacturing plant to improve access to essential drugs as hospitals and primary care centres expand. Cross-Border Care Gap: Migrants moving within Africa often lack transferable medical records, forcing patients to restart treatment plans when they change countries. Public Space for Wellness: Addis Ababa’s Friendship Park is highlighted as a model for health and wellness through community activity, with major revenue and jobs reported.
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