AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoPharmaceutical Supply: Cameroon says it has grown from 7 to 19 pharmaceutical production units since 2020, but locally made medicines still cover under 5% of national demand—highlighting financing, energy, raw-material sourcing, and payment delays as key bottlenecks. Gender-Based Violence: Cameroon faces a worrying rise in femicides, with officials warning reported cases are only the “tip of the iceberg” and calling for stronger protection and justice for survivors. Cholera Prevention: MSF and the Ministry of Health are pushing community-led cholera prevention in Yaoundé’s Djoungolo, focusing on sanitation, hygiene, and local participation to stop repeat outbreaks. Health Workforce: WHO reports African ministers committed to training and employing 3 million health workers by 2035, as the region still has only about 46% of the needed workforce. Public Health Policy: Cameroon’s delegation at the WHO regional committee stressed workforce shortages and early childhood health gains, while urging more support for nutrition and immunization. Local Health Systems: CBM Cameroon trains WASH stakeholders on disability-inclusive services, aiming to improve access for persons with disabilities during emergencies and development programmes.
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