AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoHIV Prevention Boost in Zambia: Zambia has scaled up long-acting injectable PrEP, Lenacapavir, to 106 public clinics across 13 high-burden districts—aimed at tackling pill fatigue and stigma by shifting prevention to just two injections per year. Cancer Access Partnership: BeOne Medicines, BeOne Care Foundation and The Max Foundation renewed their collaboration to expand access to Brukinsa (zanubrutinib) for chronic lymphocytic leukaemia in low- and middle-income countries. Primary Care Closer to Home: Bayer and Zambia’s Ministry of Health handed over the Munzele Health Centre in Kabwe, cutting a 20km travel barrier to basic outpatient care for thousands in Munga Ward. Ebola Watch in the Region: Africa CDC warned that Ebola in DR Congo is rapidly expanding geographically, with WHO and partners updating temporary recommendations to strengthen surveillance, infection control and community engagement. Food and Nutrition Angle: A feature highlights how traditional Zambian foods—fresh, minimally processed and often preserved by drying or fermentation—may offer better fibre and micronutrients than ultra-processed options. Animal Health & Safety: Zambia’s ZAMRA says stronger regulation of veterinary medicines is key to protecting livestock health and supporting Zambia’s US$1bn beef export goal.
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