AGP Executive Report
Last update: 27 minutes agoMaternal & Newborn Health: Dr. Olivia Tchanque’s Angel Blanket Initiative is scaling up across Ghana with a goal to reach one million African newborns over five years, combining hospital deliveries with maternal care education. Mental Health Access: WHO and partners in Lomé brought together experts from 26 West and Central African countries to push faster, rights-based mental health care—especially community-centred services integrated into primary health care. Regional Health Leadership (Togo link): ECOWAS approved new appointments for 2026–2030, including Yaouza Ouro-Sama of Togo as a judge for the ECOWAS Court of Justice and a new director-general for West African Health Organisation (WAHO). Public Health & Safety: A WHO-backed study warns that severe Gulf of Guinea flooding—linked to climate change and rapid urban growth—can raise water-borne disease risks, especially for children, after sanitation systems are damaged. Drug Control (Togo corridor impact): NDLEA reports major tramadol seizures tied to trafficking routes involving Togo, highlighting ongoing risks to health systems from illicit medicines. Local Health Infrastructure: In Togo’s region news, Kara and Mayotte signed a cooperation deal that includes sharing expertise in community health, maternal and child health, and infectious disease prevention.
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