AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoEbola Crisis: The Trump administration has temporarily blocked U.S. citizens in the DRC from flying home on commercial flights, placing them on a “do-not-board” list until they spend 21 days in a third country, as confirmed cases climb to 1,926 with 702 deaths; WHO also says a second American Ebola patient has been transferred to Germany for treatment. Aid and Response: Singapore pledged US$2 million to support Ebola response in the DRC and Uganda, targeting lab testing, contact tracing, infection control, case management, and supplies via Africa CDC and WHO. Health System Strain: Ebola treatment workers in Ituri went on strike over unpaid wages and bonuses, shutting down Rwampara General Hospital and blocking access roads. Vaccine Race: Oxford began human trials of a Bundibugyo Ebola vaccine in the UK, with 50 volunteers, while another early-stage trial also starts as scientists push for faster protection. Local Governance: Western Equatoria’s governor ordered the new Ezo commissioner to strengthen border security and resolve insecurity and disputes involving traditional chiefs. Mining and Taxes: President Tshisekedi warned against heavy-handed revenue enforcement that could scare investors, as Congo continues a high-stakes dispute involving Glencore.
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