AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoGlobal Health Leadership: Angola’s Health Minister Sílvia Lutucuta was elected vice-chair of Gavi’s implementing countries committee in Geneva, a role focused on coordinating vaccine coverage and strengthening dialogue for the 2026–2030 strategy. Child Protection: Angola’s Vice-President Esperança da Costa reiterated the Executive’s commitment to combating violence against children, pushing stronger legislation and efforts to keep children in education and protected. Health Financing Push: SADC parliamentarians meeting in Luanda urged higher and better-executed health budgets, calling health spending a strategic investment and pointing to many countries still below the Abuja 15% target. Ebola Economic Shock: The UN warns the Central Africa Ebola outbreak could cost Africa up to $3.6bn and eliminate hundreds of thousands of jobs if it spreads beyond DR Congo and Uganda, with Angola named among possible affected countries. Vaccination Gaps Nearby: Namibia reported that even after achieving over 90% polio vaccination coverage, some children were missed—highlighting the need to tighten microplanning, logistics, and community engagement. Digital Learning for Health Workforce Futures: MBRGI and The Digital School launched a digital learning initiative for 500,000+ people across six African countries including Angola, aiming to build skills and expand access to education.
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