AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoPharmaceutical Self-Reliance: Cameroon says it has grown pharmaceutical production units from 7 (2020) to 19 (2026), but locally made medicines still cover under 5% of national demand—highlighting financing, energy, raw-material supply, and payment delays as key bottlenecks. Gender-Based Violence: Cameroon faces renewed outrage after reports of at least eight women allegedly killed by spouses in eight days, with advocates urging prevention, early warning education, and stronger protections before violence escalates. Cholera Prevention (Community-Led): MSF and the Ministry of Health are pushing cholera prevention in Yaoundé’s Djoungolo by strengthening community cleaning, hygiene, and local engagement to tackle unsafe water and sanitation gaps. Local Health & Safety Support: In Moli (Buea), AgricVento’s back-to-school drive combined school supplies with first-aid, sanitary pads, haircuts, and menstrual hygiene support for underserved children. Public Health Workforce (WHO): At the WHO regional committee in Addis Ababa, Cameroon called for better health-worker planning and an African observatory, while reporting progress on child wasting reduction and routine immunization coverage. Agriculture & Livelihoods: The Cameroon Development Corporation appealed for government intervention after more than 100 palm trees were reportedly destroyed at Esuke in Mutengene, threatening jobs and recent investments.
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