AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoClimate & Child Health: UNICEF warns that the intensifying El Niño could affect 162 million children across Eastern and Southern Africa in 2026–2027, with Djibouti among the 13 countries at risk; drought, extreme heat, and flooding threaten nutrition, safe water, sanitation, disease control, and learning, while UNICEF says less than 1% of aid is available for anticipatory action. Regional Health & Displacement: EEPA reports thousands displaced in Sudan’s Blue Nile amid ongoing instability, adding pressure to already stretched health and protection services. Connectivity & Care Access: Ethiopia remains without legal Starlink service despite satellite coverage; the licensing gap could limit rural internet access for households and clinics, while Djibouti is also flagged as lacking committed service dates. Humanitarian Context: UNGA held a special session honoring late Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani, highlighting peace and human development—an important backdrop as the region faces escalating conflict and displacement.
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