AGP Executive Report
Last update: 13 minutes agoExclusive Breastfeeding Spotlight: Burundi’s breastfeeding success is being highlighted as a model for maternal and child health, with rates above 80% drawing WHO and UNICEF attention to what works beyond awareness campaigns—health systems, workplace protections, and public investment. Youth, Peace & Power: In Bujumbura, discussions around the 20-year African Youth Charter push for real youth participation—turning promises into laws, budgets, and decision-making power, not just conference attendance. Trauma Healing in Burundi’s Churches: Catholic trauma-healing programs are being integrated into pastoral work to help communities heal wounds from decades of conflict, including the 1972–1987 and 1993–2005 periods. Digital Identity Foundations: Birth registration and biometric binding are framed as key building blocks for trusted digital public infrastructure, with Burundi cited as a reason for optimism in civil registration modernization. Human Rights Leadership: Dr. Jim Chimezie Okolo’s confirmation as West Africa regional director for inter-governmental human rights work signals renewed focus on peace, justice, and governance across the region. Ebola Alarm in the Region: Africa CDC warns the DRC Ebola outbreak is accelerating fast, with deaths surpassing 2,000—raising pressure on preparedness and response capacity.
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