AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoSRHR & Maternal Health: SOGOC has urged Cameroon lawmakers to pass a dedicated Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights law, warning that fear and legal ambiguity around Article 339 of the Penal Code leave women exposed to unsafe abortion—linked to an estimated 25% of maternal deaths. Climate & Public Health: Greenpeace Africa says Cameroon’s rainy-season warnings must be matched with real prevention and adaptation funding, not endless emergency relief, after floods in Douala and Limbé worsened displacement and disease risks. Flood Impacts in Douala: OCHA reports over 500 households affected by Sept 12–13 floods in Douala, with sanitation problems contaminating drinking water sources. Viral Hepatitis: Cameroon’s UNGA envoy, Dr Manaouda Malachie, pushed for stronger hepatitis action, citing 287 million people living with hepatitis B or C and linking elimination to universal health coverage. GBV Protection Crisis: MINPROFF data shows 4,883 reported GBV cases Jan–Jun 2026, with the Far North leading, driven by conflict and disrupted access to health and justice. Diabetes Care: A new review highlights how diabetes self-management—medication, diet, exercise, and regular monitoring—can reduce complications, underscoring the need for better patient support.
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