AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoFood & Drug Safety: The Gambia launched its first Food and Drug Testing Laboratory, with officials saying it will strengthen quality assurance, consumer protection, and help local manufacturers test and certify medicines and products faster. Food Safety Coordination: The Food Safety and Quality Authority (FSQA) also rolled out a National Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) Committee to improve coordination across food safety and agriculture, support science-based monitoring, and meet WTO and regional obligations. Public Health System Watch: A report on the AKI outbreak highlights weaknesses in the country’s health system, renewing calls for stronger preparedness and response. Health Workforce & Access: A new mentorship program for land restoration policy makers includes a Gambian cohort, aiming to connect community restoration work with decision-making that can affect long-term health through safer environments. Health Risks in Supply Chains: A global case from India flags serious drug-quality failures after oxytocin vials allegedly contained only water, underscoring why local testing capacity matters. Labour & Health Migration: Kuwait’s updated domestic worker recruitment rules restrict hiring from many African countries including Gambia, raising concerns for migrant workers’ welfare and access to care.
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