AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoTech & Health Regulation: Uganda’s National Drug Authority says it seized an energy drink sold as “Boisson Energetique Tres Puissante” and found sildenafil in lab tests, warning the undeclared ingredient is a prescription-only drug that can cause serious side effects. Public Health & Workforce: WHO removed Uganda from its severe health-worker shortage list, opening the door to exporting some categories like nurses and midwives under safeguards. Digital Safety: At the UN, Türkiye convened first ladies and partners to push stronger international standards for safer digital systems for children, warning that fast AI growth needs child protection built into governance. Burundi Tech & Education: In Gitega, Christ Roi Technical High School reports major learning strain: over 1,000 pupils share just 40 computers, faces teacher shortages, and some boarders sleep on the floor—highlighting urgent needs for equipment and staffing. Regional Science Cooperation: Tanzania and Burundi started a joint commission meeting in Bujumbura covering trade, energy, health, education, and science & technology, aiming to turn cooperation plans into concrete implementation. Energy & Industry (East Africa): Kenya and regional leaders backed the start of the Dangote East African Refinery in Lamu, a $16B, 700,000-bpd project expected to drive large-scale engineering jobs and industrial capacity.
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