AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoEbola Update in Congo: A rare bright spot in the eastern Congo outbreak: a 16-month-old baby and his mother have recovered and been discharged from the Rwampara Treatment Center in Ituri, alongside five other recoveries, as health officials warn the outbreak could become the worst on record if it keeps spreading. World Cup Kickoff Focus: Portugal begin their 2026 World Cup campaign against Congo in Houston, with Cristiano Ronaldo chasing history as the first player to score in six World Cups; Congo coach Sébastien Desabre says he hopes Ronaldo scores “but not against us.” Food Security Warning: UN food agencies warn acute hunger will worsen in 13 global hot spots between June and November 2026, citing conflict, funding cuts and climate shocks, with Nigeria and Somalia newly flagged as risks rise. Local Safety for Congolese Abroad: Congo’s embassy in South Africa plans voluntary repatriation flights for citizens amid xenophobic attacks, urging fast registration for the June 22–24 Brazzaville–Cape Town/Johannesburg routes. Regional Economy: Borrowing costs in CEMAC have climbed, with the average lending rate rising to 12.38% in Q1 2026; Congo’s rate increased to 10.07%.
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