AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoEbola Watch (DRC): The DRC Ebola outbreak keeps worsening, with July 28 figures showing 3,442 cases and 1,521 deaths, and nearly 797 people hospitalised or in isolation as the health system strains to respond. Health Diplomacy (Rwanda–Ethiopia): Rwanda’s foreign minister says ties with Ethiopia are deepening, including health cooperation where 130 Rwandan students are pursuing PhD and master’s training in Ethiopian health institutions. Digital Health Readiness (Rwanda): Rwanda plans to phase out 3G by June 30, 2027, then gradually retire 2G, aiming for faster, more reliable connectivity for services including mobile banking, e-services, education and digital health platforms. Water & Clinics Support (UK–Rwanda): Avolta UK’s 20-year partnership with One Water has raised over £3.35m, funding clean water projects in countries including Rwanda, with support reaching health clinics and schools. Youth & Cost Pressures (Rwanda in focus): A 2026 African Youth Survey reports Rwanda as the strongest story on confidence and safety, while also highlighting that rising food and fuel costs are the top pressure across young Africans. HIV Funding Alarm (Africa): Global HIV response funding fell sharply in 2025, raising fears of resurgence as AIDS 2026 opens with targets not being achieved.
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