AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoHealth & Wellbeing: CRDB Bank’s Wellness Day in Dar es Salaam brought 800 staff together for screenings, fitness sessions, and team games, urging employees to exercise at least three times a week to protect physical and mental health. Academic Pride: CRDB Bank CEO Dr Abdulmajid Mussa Nsekela was officially awarded a PhD from UNISA for research on corporate governance and bank performance across East Africa. Culture & Heritage: Burundi’s UMUKOZO Cultural Festival put traditional drums at the center, including a first-ever Drum Carnival through Bujumbura, with drummers, dance, and a message of identity, peace, and unity. Public Health: Burundi health officials warn of rising HIV infections among youth as funding cuts weaken prevention, outreach, and youth-focused awareness. Regional Cooperation: The East African Business Council urged Tanzania and Burundi to publish clearer lists of commonly traded goods under the EAC trade rules to reduce delays and help women and youth traders. Ebola Preparedness: The U.S. announced extra Ebola preparedness funding for Burundi and other neighboring countries, targeting surveillance, border screening, and medical supplies.
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