AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoMedicine Safety & Supply Chains: Mozambique’s Ministry of Health has introduced traceability seals for medicines and medical supplies to curb theft and diversion inside the National Health Service, alongside a new $35m pharmaceutical shipment to ease shortages. Nutrition: Mozambique’s health ministry says lack of a diversified diet affects 80% of minors, with chronic malnutrition at 37% and micronutrient deficiencies widespread—prompting calls for stronger maternal and child nutrition support. Road Safety: Manica recorded 38 deaths from 20 road accidents over eight months, with authorities linking crashes to fast-rising vehicle numbers and informal motor-taxi services. Public Health Enforcement: SERNIC incinerated over 1.3 tonnes of fentanyl and chemical precursors seized at Maputo airport, with samples kept for ongoing court cases. Consumer Alert: Woolworths’ WBeauty Complete Clarifying Shampoo was recalled after bacteria detection, with a COMESA alert extending vigilance to cross-border buyers including Mozambique. Health Tech Delivery: Côte d’Ivoire is expanding drone deliveries for medical products under a public-private partnership, pointing to growing interest in faster last-mile health logistics across Africa.
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