AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoGlobal Fund Boost: Cameroon’s Ministry of Economy, Planning and Regional Development met the Global Fund, agreeing on health-financing improvements and a major €205m grant for 2027–2029 to scale HIV/AIDS, TB and malaria prevention and treatment plus primary care access. Flood Preparedness: NEMA says it is closely monitoring water levels at Cameroon’s Lagdo Dam to reduce flood risk along the River Benue, with early-warning advisories and coordination with state and local emergency bodies. Customs & Public Health: Cameroon’s Directorate General of Customs extended its crackdown in Kribi and Campo, targeting smuggling of drinks and frozen products, including concerns about missing fiscal stamps, adulterated beverages and non-standard cold-chain imports. Community Health Access: A Noun Division health campaign led by Young Peuple and UDEMSA mobilised specialists across multiple sites for screenings and consultations, aiming to bridge local care gaps. Sickle Cell Care in Africa: WHO-backed efforts highlight wider access to hydroxyurea and child-friendly formulations, with local drug production gaining momentum in countries including Senegal and Nigeria. Driver Wellbeing in Cities: Yango reported regional safety findings and says it will return to Cameroon in September 2026 with safety and driver wellbeing events in Douala and Yaoundé, including free health check-ups.
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