AGP Executive Report
Last update: 13 minutes agoClimate & Heat Adaptation: A new report highlights how “cool roofs” can cut indoor temperatures by about 3–4°C during the hottest hours, helping families sleep better and reducing heat harm as climate-driven heatwave days rise across Africa. Mental Health Policy: WHO is convening an East and Southern Africa mental health learning workshop in Johannesburg, with Seychelles among participating countries, to map mental health needs and share best practices ahead of a global summit in Kigali. Seychelles Research & Health: Studies on cooperatively breeding Seychelles warblers suggest social nesting interactions can increase sharing of anaerobic gut bacteria, pointing to how social behaviour may shape gut health in the wild. Local Health & Community Support: A Seychelles fundraiser is set for 6 June to help cover medical bills after an accident, bringing local comedians and entertainers together for support. Youth Wellness in Seychelles: An Anse Boileau secondary school outdoor gym was inaugurated, backed by the success of girls’ football, linking school sport with community wellness. Regional Health & Humanitarian Response: The African Union launched a humanitarian coordination platform in Mahé, Seychelles, aiming to strengthen crisis response where health services, water and sanitation are under pressure.
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