AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoMaternal & Neonatal Care Upgrade: Tunisia’s Health Minister Mustapha Ferjani reviewed gaps in mother-and-newborn care, pushing a national plan to strengthen midwives and primary care, standardize treatment, improve referral pathways, equip facilities, boost pregnancy monitoring, and speed up digitizing medical records. Digital Health Identity: Tunisia’s National Institute of Nutrition and Food Technology began adopting the National Health Identifier (INS) on July 4 to link patient identity to medical and administrative records, improving follow-up and reducing duplicate data risks. Hajj Health Mission Recognized: Tunisia’s Hajj health mission was honoured after the 2026 season, with 31 medical teams covering 10,982 pilgrims and delivering over 35,000 consultations. Road Safety Push: The National Road Safety Observatory urged strict seat-belt use after the severity index rose (20 to 28 deaths per 100 accidents) and 629 road deaths were recorded since the year began. Livestock Recovery Plan: Tunisia launched a 2026–2030 programme to rebuild livestock after drought, including forage support, digital livestock monitoring, and stronger animal health services. Food Security Risk from Fertilizer Disruption: A Persian Gulf conflict has disrupted urea and phosphate fertilizer trade via the Strait of Hormuz, raising fears of yield drops and higher food prices. Plant Health Across Africa: FAO and partners expanded a phytosanitary programme to 38 countries, training specialists to strengthen pest detection and digital surveillance. Tunindex Update: The TUNINDEX hit a new all-time high, with SIPHAT and BNA among top performers, while SANIMED and ENNAKL AUTOMOBILES lagged.
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