AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoMaternal Health Data Correction: The Health Minister, Dr Amadou Samateh, told the National Assembly that 2025 maternal mortality figures were misreported due to a data-extraction mix-up from DHIS2, revising the correct maternal mortality ratio to 161.1 deaths per 100,000 live births (and an institutional ratio of 128.8). Women’s Rights in Court: An explainer says The Gambia’s Supreme Court is set to deliver a landmark ruling on July 6 on whether the 2015 FGM ban should stand, with major implications for girls’ protection and the law–culture–religion balance. Healthcare Capacity Boost: Merck Foundation says it has provided 2,600+ scholarships to healthcare providers across 52 countries in 44 underserved specialties, supporting specialist care and women’s health fields. Community Wellness Through Sport: The Gambia National Olympic Committee will lead International Olympic Day 2026 in Farafenni under “You Can Do This! Let’s Move,” promoting active, healthy lifestyles. Hospital Support: Kanifing General Hospital received new lab ICT equipment from Salam Financial Services to speed diagnosis and improve electronic records.
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