AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoPharmaceutical Capacity: Cameroon’s Minister of Public Health Dr. Manaouda Malachie says local pharma production has grown since 2020 (from 7 to 19 manufacturing units; 239 approved products), but locally made medicines still cover only about 15% of the National Essential Medicines List and meet less than 5% of national demand—citing capital limits, energy shortages, raw material sourcing, import competition, and delayed public procurement payments. TB Diagnostics: A new, low-cost molecular TB test (US$2.6) is set to expand access, including in primary care and via tongue swabs when sputum isn’t possible—aiming to replace slower, less sensitive methods and close major gaps in TB detection. Road Safety: Cameroon reports renewed scrutiny after deadly highway crashes, with transport authorities suspending operators and imposing penalties over unsafe practices and missing safety controls. Health Security & Systems: Cameroon participates in WHO regional dialogue in Addis Ababa focused on strengthening regulatory systems and boosting local manufacturing to support health security and Universal Health Coverage. Humanitarian Health: UN marks World Humanitarian Day with a sports walk in Cameroon, urging stronger protection for civilians and frontline health workers.
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