AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoClimate & Health Preparedness: The South-West Indian Ocean Climate Outlook warns October–March 2026/27 could bring multiple hazards—drought and water stress in the south, flooding and landslides in wetter areas, plus extreme heat, heavy rain, marine impacts and cyclone risk—highlighting knock-on effects for agriculture, water, health, fisheries and marine ecosystems. Healthy Rivers & Flood Risk: A Seychelles-focused piece looks at how once-natured river systems helped absorb downpours, but concrete development and neglected riverbanks are leaving communities more exposed to severe flooding and water problems. Wellness Trends in the Indian Ocean: A travel wellness feature says the region is moving beyond “treatment menus” toward nature-and-culture-led experiences—full-moon rituals, ocean-tide practices, diagnostic screenings and simpler habits like switching off phones. Ocean Conservation & Cooperation: Another report stresses that protecting migratory sea turtles and wider marine life needs cross-border funding and shared action, since healthy oceans underpin food security, livelihoods, tourism and storm protection. Public Health Snapshot: A WHO-based ranking places Seychelles among the highest alcohol-consuming countries (tied at 11.4 litres per person, age 15+), alongside Belarus and others.
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