AGP Executive Report
Last update: 20 hours agoEbola Update (DRC): WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus visited Bunia in eastern DR Congo as the rare Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak accelerates, with confirmed cases reported at 225 and suspected figures topping 1,000; MSF says the spread is “unprecedented,” while Tedros urged communities to lead, called for more funding, and warned that travel bans and border closures discourage transparency. Health Response (Schools): Congo’s health minister said schools in affected eastern provinces will not be closed, pushing preventive measures instead after deaths of at least five students linked to self-medication and delays in care. Regional Risk (Africa): Africa CDC listed 10 countries at risk of exposure, including Rwanda, Kenya, Tanzania, Ethiopia, Angola and Zambia, as containment depends on rapid detection and barrier measures. Rwanda Connectivity & Trade: Cambodia and Rwanda central banks announced cross-border payment cooperation, and Nigeria-RwandAir cargo corridor plans cut air cargo rates to under $2/kg for Kigali and other destinations. Tourism & Travel Policy: Nigeria’s NTDA welcomed a 30-day visa-free entry for Rwandans, saying it will boost tourism and regional integration.
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