AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoHealth & Nutrition: A new report warns that foreign fishing fleets are draining West Africa of key nutrients, with millions in nutritionally vulnerable countries missing out on vitamins and minerals found in seafood. Food Security & Oceans: Norway’s development rethink highlights ocean investment as a shared benefit—stronger monitoring against illegal fishing can protect livelihoods and food supplies across borders. Public Health Workforce: ECOWAS opened recruitment for qualified nationals across specialised agencies, including health roles at the West African Health Organisation (WAHO), urging applicants not to pay fees. Drug Safety & Community Health: Cocaine seizures in West Africa have surged sharply since 2018, with Guinea-Bissau no longer the only major gateway—raising ongoing risks for public health and local safety. Climate & Health Risks: UN General Assembly speakers stressed climate justice for small island states, linking climate finance to protecting water, food security, and community survival. Local Care Access: GHANCOY/ECOWAS-linked donations to Guinea-Bissau’s military hospital included antibiotics and chronic-disease medicines, aiming to reduce costs for patients.
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