AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoWHO Regional Health Meeting: Ethiopia will host the 76th Session of the WHO Regional Committee for Africa (RC76) in Addis Ababa from Aug 24–28, bringing together 600+ delegates to review progress on universal health coverage, health security, and emergency preparedness. Humanitarian Funding Gap: UNICEF warns Ethiopia’s 2026 child-focused humanitarian appeal needs $401.5m but only $88.7m (22%) is currently available, as conflict, climate shocks, disease outbreaks, and economic stress keep worsening needs. Tigray Displacement: Clashes near Ethiopia’s Tigray border have driven hundreds to flee into Sudan, with Sudanese security and medical officials reporting wounded people crossing. Disaster Response & Community Health: A deadly landslide struck Tsadqane Debre Mitmaq St Mary Monastery in Amhara during an overnight prayer service, killing 14 and injuring seven; search efforts have been halted and funerals held. HIV Prevention Progress: UNAIDS reports major gains in HIV outcomes, including near 80% reductions in new infections in several countries since 2010 and strong progress toward treatment targets, with lenacapavir highlighted as a promising prevention option. El Niño Preparedness: Compassion International urges African churches to prepare ahead of expected severe El Niño flooding from Oct 2026, stressing early coordination with police, local administrators, and emergency agencies.
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