AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoFlood Aftermath Health Warning: After major flooding, a “quiet” health crisis is emerging as floodwater mixes sewage, chemicals and pathogens—raising disease risks once waters recede. Water & Sanitation Push for Africa Day: Cameroon marked Africa Day with a focus on sustainable water availability and safe sanitation, aligning with Agenda 2063 and highlighting clean-water and sanitation priorities. Congo Basin Climate Finance: Donors met in Brazzaville to mobilize $5.32bn for Blue Fund projects across Congo Basin countries, including Cameroon, targeting climate-resilient ecosystems, water and health risk prevention. Cameroon Timber Market Revival: Cameroon’s forestry ministry is trying to restart the long-delayed Ngaoundéré domestic timber market, aiming to improve legal sales oversight and traceability. Cocoa Quality Boost: ONCC received new lab equipment to strengthen cocoa and coffee quality testing, traceability and aroma profiling for better export competitiveness. Gold Mining Crackdown: Cameroon tightened artisanal gold mining controls with new declaration thresholds and an environmental hazard tax to curb smuggling and improve revenue. Maternal Health Partnership: UNFPA and AfDB signed a deal to strengthen maternal health and climate-resilient health systems, including digital training for health workers.
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