AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoSexual & Reproductive Health Rights: Ahead of World Contraception Day and International Safe Abortion Day, CNS calls for accessible, safe, legal, stigma-free abortion care and full contraception options as essential, lifesaving health and human rights. El Niño Health Emergency: WHO has classified the developing El Niño as a Grade Three emergency for Africa, warning Mozambique and other countries face flooding-linked outbreaks (including cholera and malaria) and drought-driven food and malnutrition crises. Super El Niño Hunger Forecasts: Save the Children warns up to 8 million children across East and Southern Africa could face acute hunger by early 2027, with Mozambique among the affected countries. Water Use Restrictions in Mozambique: Mozambique plans to restrict water use if drought worsens, prioritising human consumption, health services, critical food production and livestock watering. Hospital Pain in Africa: A UCT-led study finds 1 in 7 hospital patients across Africa experience severe pain, highlighting a major gap in patient care. Illicit Tobacco Seizures: Border authorities intercepted Mozambican-linked illicit tobacco near Kosi Bay, raising concerns about unsafe products entering regional markets. Drone Medical Logistics (Zimbabwe): Zimbabwe approved BVLOS drone deliveries for medical supplies, including vaccines and medicines, signalling faster access for remote communities.
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