AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoMalaria Research in Burkina Faso: NYU Abu Dhabi scientists report a new weakness in the malaria parasite, finding it selectively relies on blood fats containing linoleic acid during infection; the study used blood samples from 396 children in Burkina Faso and points to possible future treatments. Cross-Border Malaria Prevention: Togo and Burkina Faso launched a joint seasonal malaria chemoprevention campaign (July 23–26) in border communities, targeting children 3–59 months with coordinated SPAQ dosing to cut malaria illness and deaths. Health Security Gains: A new Africa health security review says the continent is better prepared for outbreaks than five years ago, with most countries improving prevention, detection, and response capacity since 2021. Yellow Fever Travel Alert: Health authorities warn of yellow fever risk in multiple countries, including confirmed cases in Burkina Faso, urging travelers to get vaccinated before trips. Health Systems & Medicines Independence: Ghana’s AU health summit remarks highlight Africa’s heavy medicine import dependence and the need for stronger health systems and local pharmaceutical production.
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