AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoMalaria Vaccine Buzz: A Dublin-born scientist, Dr Adrian Hill, is a finalist for the European Inventor Awards 2026 after WHO recommended his team’s malaria vaccine (R21/Matrix-M) for wider use—an advance aimed at tackling the heavy burden of malaria deaths in young children. Justice Access: FLAG has ended a mobile legal aid clinic in Kiang Central, wrapping a three-day push with free advice, consultations, and community sensitisation on rights affecting women and children. Higher Education Push: Prof Gomez reiterated government commitment to strengthening teacher training and public universities, including plans to support basic staff salaries to ease pressure on institutions. Food System Focus: FAO is urging youth-led action to fix The Gambia’s food system, linking agribusiness support and climate-smart solutions to jobs, health, and resilience. Health & Rights Under Pressure: In ongoing legal proceedings tied to the Sanna Manjang murder trial, a prison officer testified about alleged forced removals and injuries at Mile 2 Prison.
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