AGP Executive Report

HIV Progress in Angola: Angola has cut mother-to-child HIV transmission to 13%, down from 26% in 2019, after scaling up screening, prenatal care and access to antiretroviral treatment. UN Health Commitment: Angola reaffirmed its pledge to eliminate AIDS as a public health threat by 2030, citing gains from its Prevention of Vertical Transmission programme. Ebola Preparedness in the Region: Kenya announced enhanced health surveillance for travellers arriving from the DRC and Uganda, including electronic health forms and airport temperature checks, as cases in the region surpass 1,000. Health Tech for Remote Care: Angola’s health ministry received a presentation on “Hospital in a Box,” a portable unit aimed at bringing diagnostics, monitoring and telemedicine to hard-to-reach communities. Family Planning Push: UNFPA urged stronger access to family planning and sex education in Angola, linking contraceptive access to better maternal and child health and wider human development. UNICEF Leadership Update: Angola welcomed the new UNICEF representative, with renewed focus on maternal and child health, vaccination, nutrition and sanitation. Training Angolan Trauma Care: A U.S. nurse-led team trained Angolan military hospital staff in emergency trauma and mass-casualty response, with drills followed by real-world application. Merck Foundation Capacity Building: Merck Foundation convened First Ladies and health stakeholders for its Africa-Asia Luminary, highlighting scholarships and efforts to strengthen healthcare capacity. Migration and Dignity: Angola’s refugee care efforts were praised during World Refugee Day events, with emphasis on access to health and other essential services.

HIV Progress in Angola: Angola says it has cut mother-to-child HIV transmission to 13%, down from 26% in 2019, citing stronger screening, prenatal care and wider access to antiretroviral treatment. Ebola Risk Watch: An explainer warns that the DRC’s Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak—now above 1,000 cases—faces serious hurdles like insecurity, population movement, vaccine gaps and funding shortfalls, raising fears of further spread to nearby countries including Angola. AIDS Commitment: Angola’s UN envoy reaffirmed the country’s pledge to eliminate AIDS as a public health threat by 2030, highlighting progress and the need to close remaining gaps. Health Tech for Remote Care: Angola’s health ministry heard about the “Hospital in a Box” project, a portable unit aimed at bringing diagnostics and telemedicine to hard-to-reach communities. UNFPA on Family Planning: UNFPA urged stronger access to family planning and sex education, linking it to better maternal and child health and support for women and adolescents. Cross-Border Health Measures: Kenya announced enhanced entry screening for travelers from the DRC and Uganda, including electronic health surveillance forms and temperature checks, as a precaution against Ebola. Capacity Building: The Merck Foundation’s Africa-Asia Luminary brought together first ladies and health leaders to discuss improving healthcare capacity, including training and scholarships for providers. HIIP Expands: WHO-backed Health Impact Investment Platform approved new technical assistance for Angola, aiming to mobilize financing for primary health care and universal health coverage.

HIV Prevention Gains: Angola cut mother-to-child HIV transmission to 13%, down from 26% in 2019, after expanding screening, prenatal care and access to antiretroviral treatment. Primary Care Tech Push: Angola’s health minister presented the “Hospital in a Box” project, a portable unit meant to bring diagnostics, monitoring and telemedicine to remote communities. Maternal & Child Health Focus: UNICEF’s new Angola representative presented credentials in Luanda, highlighting 50 years of support for maternal and child health, nutrition, vaccination, sanitation and child rights. Family Planning Priority: UNFPA urged stronger access to family planning and sex education in Angola, stressing contraceptive access for women and adolescents. Migration & Dignity: Angola’s Episcopal Commission for migrants praised government efforts to protect refugees’ dignity, noting health and education support for tens of thousands of refugees. Public Health Preparedness: Kenya announced enhanced entry measures for travelers from DRC and Uganda, including electronic health surveillance forms and airport temperature screening to help prevent Ebola importation. Health Workforce Support: Merck Foundation’s Africa-Asia programme highlighted scholarships for healthcare providers, including Angola’s first ladies among keynote guests. Health System Planning: Namibia’s Ondangwa hospital plan was scaled down to a district hospital, with feasibility and design steps underway.

Family Planning Push in Angola: UNFPA says Angola’s rapid population growth makes it urgent to expand access to family planning and sex education, so women and adolescents can choose reproductive health options and get reliable contraceptives. HIV Progress in Angola: Angola cut mother-to-child HIV transmission to 13%, down from 26% in 2019, citing stronger screening, prenatal care, and antiretroviral treatment for pregnant women. Tech for Remote Care: Angola’s health minister reviewed the “Hospital in a Box” project, a portable unit aimed at bringing diagnostics, monitoring, and telemedicine to remote and emergency settings. Ebola Border Precautions (Regional): Kenya announced enhanced entry measures for travelers from DRC and Uganda, including electronic health surveillance forms and airport temperature screening, to reduce Ebola importation risk. Heat Stress Warning (Global): New research finds heat stress is lasting longer and spreading to new regions, with Mexico and Kenya among those seeing up to one to two extra months compared with decades ago. Merck Foundation Capacity Building: Merck Foundation’s Africa Asia Luminary 2026 convened first ladies and health leaders to strengthen healthcare capacity across participating countries. Measles Alert (Regional): Shangombo District reported rising measles cases after its first positive detection, with an isolation unit set up and vaccination efforts continuing.

Family Planning Push in Angola: UNFPA urged Luanda to expand access to family planning and sex education, saying women and adolescents need reliable contraceptive information and services to slow rapid population growth and improve maternal and child health. HIV Progress: Angola reported cutting mother-to-child HIV transmission to 13%, down from 26% in 2019, citing stronger screening, prenatal care, and wider access to antiretroviral treatment. Tech for Remote Care: Angola’s health minister received a presentation on “Hospital in a Box,” a portable unit meant to bring diagnostics, monitoring, and telemedicine to remote and emergency settings. Refugee Dignity in Cunene: CEPAMI praised government efforts to protect refugees’ dignity, noting Angola hosts over 57,000 people with refugee status and that health services are part of the support system. Measles Alert in Shangombo: Shangombo District reported 58 suspected measles cases with 17 confirmed, set up an isolation unit, and declared the situation an emergency to protect vaccination coverage. Healthcare Training Funding: Merck Foundation highlighted scholarships for healthcare providers across Africa and Asia, including more than 2,600 scholarships in critical specialties.

Hospital Access Tech: Angola’s Health Minister Sílvia Lutucuta received a presentation on “Hospital in a Box,” a portable unit meant to bring real-time diagnostics, monitoring, imaging, lab testing and telemedicine to remote and emergency settings. HIV Prevention Gains: Angola cut mother-to-child HIV transmission to 13%, down from 26% in 2019, after scaling screening, prenatal care and antiretroviral treatment for pregnant women. Measles Alert: In Shangombo District, measles cases rose to 17 confirmed positives out of 58 suspected, with an isolation unit set up and vaccination efforts urged as the district declared an emergency. Refugee Dignity: CEPAMI praised Angola’s commitment to refugee dignity, noting more than 57,000 refugees with health, education and other services available, and calling for safer migration and anti-trafficking awareness. Health Workforce Support: Merck Foundation reported 2,600+ scholarships for healthcare providers across 52 countries and 44 specialties, aiming to expand specialist capacity in underserved settings. Ebola Watch: DRC and Africa CDC warned that Ebola spread is outpacing tracking, citing low contact tracing coverage and lab kit shortages, as cases move across borders.

Ebola Response: Angola pledged $5 million to the African CDC and urged partners to fund the WHO-led Joint Preparedness and Response Plan as Ebola spreads in the DRC and Uganda, with calls for faster, coordinated prevention, surveillance, and response. Healthcare Workforce: Merck Foundation says it has provided 2,600+ scholarships for healthcare providers across 52 countries in 44 underserved specialties, aiming to expand specialist care capacity in Africa and Asia. Health System Funding (Angola): A U.S. Medicaid spending database report shows Angola Medicaid claims for “Vision Services” hit $55,494 in 2024, up 99.3% from 2023—an indicator of shifting public health spending priorities. Public Health Risk (DRC): WHO reports 75 healthcare workers infected with Ebola in the current DRC outbreak, with 17 deaths, alongside shortages of protective equipment and testing kits. Access & Safety: A Durban Sherwood hall became a large migrant holding site, with humanitarian groups warning of worsening sanitation, overcrowding, and uncertainty for people awaiting processing.

Ebola Response in Focus: Angola has pledged $5 million to the Africa CDC and urged partners to fund the Great Lakes Ebola preparedness and response plan as DRC cases rise and contact tracing coverage drops. Public Health Capacity: WHO reports shortages of Ebola testing kits in DRC labs, while health workers continue to be infected and die—raising pressure on protection supplies and faster case tracking. Health System Support: Merck Foundation’s Africa Asia Luminary brought together First Ladies and health leaders to expand clinic capacity and tackle women’s health issues, including infertility and stigma. Angola Health Finance: Angola Medicaid vision services reportedly saw $55,494 in 2024 payments, up sharply from 2023—an indicator of where public health spending is moving. Migration & Health Risks: Durban’s Sherwood migrant holding site is described as a growing crisis, with overcrowding overwhelming sanitation and pushing people into long queues for basic care. Digital Safety Warning: A new report warns governments are expanding AI-powered surveillance, increasing risks for journalists, activists, and travelers.

Ebola Response Funding: Angola has pledged $5 million to the African CDC (CACPD) and urged partners to fund the Great Lakes Ebola preparedness and response plan, as the DRC outbreak continues to threaten Uganda and the region. Health Leadership & Capacity Building: Merck Foundation’s Africa Asia Luminary brought together First Ladies and health experts to push stronger healthcare systems, with Angola’s First Lady among the keynote guests. Public Health Innovation: Angola’s Luanda Science and Technology Park was highlighted by President João Lourenço as a driver for innovation and improvements in sectors including health, alongside support mechanisms like FUNDECIT. Health Spending Watch: A U.S. Medicaid spending database shows Angola’s Medicaid “Vision Services” claims hit $55,494 in 2024—up 99.3% from 2023—offering a snapshot of how public health dollars are being used locally. Digital Safety Concern: A new report warns that AI-powered state surveillance and biometric data systems are expanding across many countries, raising risks for journalists, activists, and travelers.

Ebola Funding Push: Angola has pledged $5 million to the African CDC and urged partners to fund the Great Lakes Ebola preparedness and response plan, highlighting the need for a coordinated, continent-wide health effort. Science & Health Capacity: President João Lourenço inaugurated the Luanda Science and Technology Park, calling for sustained investment in science and innovation and pointing to recent improvements in Angola’s health sector. Health Leadership & Maternal Care: Merck Foundation’s Africa Asia Luminary brought together First Ladies and health experts to expand healthcare capacity, with focus on training, women’s health, and reducing stigma around care. Health Tech & AI Talent: Fifteen AI-focused startups from Angola and other African countries graduated from Google’s Accelerator Africa, including healthtech ventures aimed at solving real-world challenges. Digital Safety Warning: A new report warns that AI-driven digital surveillance and biometric databases are expanding across governments, raising risks for journalists, activists, and companies—an issue that can affect health data privacy and safety. Workforce Health Risks: South Africa’s Petra Diamonds workers raised concerns over salary uncertainty during business rescue, with union leaders also flagging health and safety worries for affected employees.

Ebola Response Funding: Angola has pledged US$5 million to the African CDC and urged partners to fund the Great Lakes Ebola response plan as DRC and Uganda face ongoing risk. Public Health Leadership: Angola’s President also joined AU leaders in a high-level virtual meeting to review Ebola spread threats, financing, and cross-border coordination. Child Health & WASH: Angola’s Social Action Ministry reaffirmed that universal access to safe drinking water, sanitation and hygiene is essential for children’s healthy development, linking WASH to school performance and long-term wellbeing. Health Capacity Building: Merck Foundation’s Africa Asia Luminary brought together First Ladies and health experts to expand clinic capacity and address health and social stigma, with Angola’s First Lady among keynote guests. Research & Education Links: CIMPAD signaled interest in deeper academic exchange and scientific cooperation with Angola, aiming to strengthen university networks and knowledge sharing. Health Misinformation & Training: Angola’s health sector progress was highlighted alongside broader science and technology investment, including the Luanda Science and Technology Park as a driver for innovation and improved services.

Ebola Response Funding: Angola has pledged $5 million to the Africa CDC and urged partners to fund the WHO-led Joint Preparedness and Response Plan for the Ebola outbreak in the DRC and Uganda, as leaders assess cross-border risks and financing gaps. Emergency Care Upgrade: Angola’s Health Minister Sílvia Lutucuta says specialized training is key to strengthening the National Emergency Medical System, with Advanced Life Support and ambulance crew training aimed at safer, faster pre-hospital care and progress toward universal health coverage. Children’s Health & WASH: Angola’s Social Action Ministry marked African Child Day by reaffirming that universal access to drinking water, sanitation and hygiene is essential for children’s health, school performance, gender equality and long-term development. Local Health System Capacity: The minister also highlighted continuous qualification for health professionals as a practical way to improve outcomes in urgent and emergency situations. Public Health Context: AU Ebola summit timing is being affected by outbreak-related health assessments, underscoring how disease threats can disrupt regional coordination.

Ebola Response Funding: Angola has pledged $5 million to the African CDC and urged partners to boost direct budget support for the WHO-led Joint Preparedness and Response Plan as Ebola spreads in the Great Lakes region, with leaders assessing cross-border risks. Emergency Care Training: Angola’s Health Minister Sílvia Lutucuta says specialized training is key to strengthening the National Emergency Medical System, highlighting Advanced Life Support and ambulance crew capacity-building to improve pre-hospital care and outcomes. Pre-hospital Health System: The minister framed continuous qualification as a pillar for universal health coverage, linking better-trained staff to faster, safer emergency response. Children’s Health & WASH: On African Child Day, Angola’s Social Action Ministry reaffirmed children’s rights to drinking water, sanitation and hygiene, calling clean water and decent sanitation essential for healthy development. Public Health Governance: Angola’s president also joined an AU high-level virtual meeting on Ebola with partners to review the outbreak situation, financing, and monitoring needs. Local Health Capacity: Separately, Angola’s health sector is also focused on building stronger clinical safety through ongoing professional development.

Ebola Funding Push: Angola has pledged $5 million to the Africa CDC and urged partners to fund the WHO-led Joint Preparedness and Response Plan as Ebola risks grow across the Great Lakes. Emergency Care Upgrade: Angola’s Health Ministry says it’s accelerating specialized training, including Advanced Life Support and ambulance crew capacity, to strengthen the National Emergency Medical System and improve pre-hospital outcomes. AU Ebola Coordination: President João Lourenço joined an AU high-level virtual meeting to assess Ebola spread risks, response financing, and cross-border coordination, noting the DRC and Uganda totals of 532 confirmed cases and 84 deaths. Children’s Health & Water: The Social Action Ministry marked African Child Day by reaffirming children’s rights to safe drinking water, sanitation and hygiene—linking WASH to healthier childhood development. Specialized Health Training: The same ministry reiterated that continuous qualification is key to universal health coverage and safer, faster emergency responses. Public Health Claims: Angola’s authorities also denied Mpox cases in Icolo & Bengo, as regional health alerts continue.

Ebola Coordination: Angola’s President João Lourenço joined an AU virtual meeting on the Ebola epidemic in the DRC and Uganda, with leaders reviewing the outbreak situation, cross-border coordination, and response financing as cases and deaths rise. Emergency Care Training: Angola’s Health Minister Sílvia Lutucuta opened Advanced Life Support training and Ambulance Transport Crew capacity-building, stressing that better pre-hospital skills strengthen the National Emergency Medical System and support universal health coverage. Mpox/Mpox Watch: Angola’s health authorities reiterated denials of Mpox cases in Icolo & Bengo, as regional outbreaks keep public attention on rapid detection and response. Blood Supply Push: Angola’s National Blood Institute reported 142,000 donations in 2025—too low for sustainable hospital reserves—urging more regular voluntary donors to meet daily needs. Child Rights & WASH: Angola’s Social Action Ministry marked African Child Day by linking children’s health to universal access to safe water, sanitation and hygiene, calling for children to be central in public policy. Specialized Health System Needs: The week also highlighted the push for specialized training and stronger emergency readiness across Angola’s health services.

Ebola Response: Angola’s president joined an AU leaders’ call on the Ebola outbreak in the DRC and Uganda, focusing on containment, response financing, cross-border coordination and monitoring as cases and deaths rise. Emergency Care Training: Angola’s Health Minister Sílvia Lutucuta said specialized training is key to a stronger National Emergency Medical System, highlighting Advanced Life Support and ambulance crew capacity-building to improve pre-hospital care and patient outcomes. Mpox Updates: Angola’s health ministry denied Mpox cases in Icolo & Bengo after suspected reports circulated online, saying lab tests were negative while surveillance and follow-up sampling continue. Child Health & Water: Angola’s Social Action Ministry reaffirmed children’s rights, stressing universal access to safe drinking water, sanitation and hygiene as a foundation for healthy childhood development. Blood Supply: Angola recorded 142,000 blood donations in 2025, with the INS warning reserves remain below needs and calling for more regular voluntary donors. Specialist Workforce: Angola reported health sector gains of 147 new specialist doctors, supporting wider capacity for care.