AGP Executive Report

Medicine Supply Boost: President Daniel Chapo announced a nationwide distribution of a World Bank-funded shipment of pharmaceuticals and medical-surgical supplies (US$35m) to end chronic medicine shortages in Mozambique’s public health facilities, with strict calls for oversight to prevent theft or resale. Water & Health Preparedness: Mozambique plans gradual restrictions on water use if El Niño-driven drought worsens, prioritising human consumption, health needs, critical food production and livestock watering while monitoring reservoirs, river flows and groundwater. Cassava Safety: A health explainer warns that improperly processed cassava can release cyanide and is linked to cyanide poisoning and konzo, stressing the need for correct preparation. Hospital Pain Burden: A UCT-led study across 180 hospitals in 22 African countries found 67.9% of patients reported pain and 14.4% severe pain, highlighting the need for better acute pain care. Digital Primary Care: Qure.ai says its Aira AI clinical decision support system has received EU Class IIb CE certification, aiming to support frontline primary care with guideline-based recommendations and reduced paperwork.

Water & Climate Preparedness: Mozambique plans to restrict water use if El Niño-driven drought worsens, prioritising human consumption, health needs, critical food production and livestock watering while monitoring reservoirs, rivers and groundwater. Public Health Supply: President Daniel Chapo announces nationwide distribution of a new shipment of pharmaceuticals and medical-surgical supplies to end chronic medicine shortages in public facilities, funded by a World Bank-backed $35m investment, with strict calls to prevent theft or resale. Food Safety & Neurology: A health warning highlights that improperly processed cassava can release cyanide, raising risks of acute poisoning and konzo, a paralysing neurological disease. Health Tech: Qure.ai says its AI clinical decision support system Aira has received EU Class IIb CE certification, aiming to support frontline primary care with guideline-based recommendations and reduced paperwork. Road Safety: A deadly Zavala district crash on EN1 leaves at least 17 dead and two injured, prompting renewed calls to follow traffic rules. Global Health Philanthropy: Lionel Messi donates €2.6m to build a Barcelona hospital complex for childhood cancer care, supporting hundreds of young patients each year.

Health Tech in Mozambique & beyond: Qure.ai says its Aira AI clinical decision support system has received EU Class IIb CE certification, aiming to help frontline primary care by turning consultations and paper records into a digital care trail and guideline-based recommendations—built for local languages and unreliable connectivity. Public Health & Air Quality: AirQo, a Uganda-founded clean-air initiative, is named a 2026 Earthshot Prize finalist for closing Africa’s air quality data gap using low-cost monitors, open data and AI to track pollution across cities. Road Safety in Mozambique: In Zavala district (Inhambane), at least 17 people died and two were injured in a head-on crash on EN1 involving a passenger vehicle and a heavy truck; authorities are still investigating. Health & Wellness Research: Young scientists from across South Africa (including Mozambique) will present health and wellbeing projects at the 2026 Eskom Expo for Young Scientists International Science Fair, with topics ranging from glucose regulation and sleep apnoea to disease biomarkers. Mozambique-linked regional health policy: The World Bank invites youth-led and civil society groups across 22 African countries, including Mozambique, to apply for grants (up to Ksh434m) supporting health and nutrition advocacy for women, children and adolescents.

Road Safety in Mozambique: At least 17 people died and two were injured after a head-on crash between an interprovincial passenger vehicle and a heavy truck on EN1 in Zavala, Inhambane, with President Daniel Chapo urging strict traffic rules and no driving under the influence. Primary Care Tech: Qure.ai says its AI clinical decision support system Aira has received Class IIb CE certification under the EU Medical Device Regulation, aiming to reduce guideline gaps and paperwork burdens in frontline care. Health & Data for Cleaner Air: Ugandan-founded AirQo was named a finalist for the 2026 Earthshot Prize for closing Africa’s air-quality data gap using low-cost monitors and open-data tools. Mozambique in Global Health Funding: The World Bank invited youth-led and civil society groups across 22 African countries, including Mozambique, to apply for grants supporting health and nutrition advocacy for women, children and adolescents. Community Health Education: Mozambique is listed among international participants for South Africa’s 2026 Eskom Expo for Young Scientists, where projects include health and wellbeing topics like glucose regulation and sleep apnoea. Public Health and Peace: President Chapo called for a culture of peace, unity, and love, warning that hate speech and violence can derail development and noting that schools and hospitals were damaged after unrest linked to the 2024 election.

Road Safety: At least 17 people died and two were injured in a head-on crash in Zavala district on Mozambique’s EN1, with emergency teams working through the night as police investigate the cause. Drug Control: Mozambique’s SERNIC incinerated over 1.3 tonnes of fentanyl and chemical precursors in Moamba, after seizures at Maputo International Airport. Primary Care Tech: Qure.ai says its Aira AI clinical decision support system has received EU Class IIb CE certification, aiming to support frontline primary care with guideline-based recommendations and easier digitisation. Youth & Health Research: Mozambique is among countries sending young researchers to South Africa’s Eskom Expo for Young Scientists ISF, where projects include health and wellbeing topics like glucose regulation and sleep apnoea. Public Health Funding: The World Bank invited youth-led groups across 22 African countries, including Mozambique, to apply for grants supporting health and nutrition advocacy for women, children and adolescents. Community Health & Safety: President Daniel Chapo urged a culture of peace, warning that violence and hate speech can damage schools and hospitals during politically tense periods. Air Quality: Ugandan-founded AirQo was named a finalist for the Earthshot Prize for tackling Africa’s air-quality data gap with low-cost monitors and open-data tools.

Road Safety in Mozambique: At least 17 people died and two were injured in a head-on crash in Zavala district (EN1) involving a passenger vehicle and a heavy truck; authorities are still investigating the cause. Public Health & Consumer Safety: Mozambique is among countries flagged after Woolworths recalled WBeauty Complete Clarifying Shampoo in a COMESA alert over bacteria detection; shoppers are advised to stop using and return the product for a refund. Health Tech for Frontline Care: Qure.ai says its Aira AI clinical decision support system has received EU Class IIb CE certification, aiming to support primary care workers with guideline-based recommendations and digitised patient records. Youth, Science & Wellness: Mozambique-linked participation is set for South Africa’s Eskom Expo for Young Scientists International Science Fair, where many projects focus on health and wellbeing topics like glucose regulation, sleep apnoea and disease biomarkers. Drug Control: Mozambique’s SERNIC incinerated over 1.3 tonnes of fentanyl and chemical precursors seized at Maputo airport, with lab tests confirming the substances for ongoing court cases. Health & Nutrition Funding: The World Bank invited youth-led and civil society groups across 22 African countries, including Mozambique, to apply for grants supporting health and nutrition advocacy for women, children and adolescents.

Mozambique Health Security: MISAU launched medicine traceability seals to curb theft and diversion inside the National Health Service, alongside a $35m World Bank-backed pharmaceutical shipment to ease shortages. Nutrition & Maternal Health: Mozambique’s health minister warned that lack of a diversified diet affects 80% of minors, with chronic malnutrition at 37% of children and major micronutrient gaps for under-fives and women of childbearing age. Road Safety: Manica recorded 38 deaths from 20 road accidents over eight months, with officials pointing to fast-rising vehicle numbers and informal motor-taxis as key risk drivers. Frontline Care Tech: Qure.ai says its Aira AI clinical decision support system has received EU Class IIb CE certification, moving beyond image-only tools to support guideline-based decisions in primary care workflows. Health Funding for Youth: The World Bank invited Kenyan youth-led groups across 22 African countries to apply for up to Ksh434m for health and nutrition advocacy for women, children and adolescents. Science for Well-being: Eskom Expo ISF will bring 316 young scientists (including Mozambican participants) to showcase health-focused projects like glucose regulation, sleep apnoea and disease biomarkers. Regional Health Logistics: Côte d’Ivoire is expanding drone deliveries for medical supplies via a Zipline partnership, aiming to reach hard-to-access facilities faster.

Medicine Supply Security: Mozambique’s Ministry of Health (MISAU) launched traceability seals to track medicines and medical supplies inside the National Health Service, aiming to curb theft and diversion after receiving a $35m shipment of pharmaceuticals and surgical items. Nutrition & Maternal Health: Mozambique’s health minister says lack of a diversified diet affects 80% of minors, with chronic malnutrition at 37% and micronutrient deficiencies widespread—urging stronger community nutrition support starting in pregnancy. Drug Control: SERNIC incinerated 1.3 tonnes of fentanyl and chemical precursors in Moamba, following seizures at Maputo airport, as part of ongoing anti-drug operations. Road Safety: Manica province recorded 38 deaths from 20 road accidents over eight months, with authorities pointing to rapid vehicle growth and informal motor-taxis. Frontline Care Tech: Qure.ai’s Aira clinical decision support system received EU Class IIb CE certification, moving beyond image-only AI toward supporting clinical workflow decisions. Health Innovation for Youth: Eskom Expo for Young Scientists will feature health and wellbeing projects, including glucose regulation, sleep apnoea and disease biomarkers, with Mozambique among participating countries.

Medicine Safety & Supply Chains: Mozambique’s Ministry of Health (MISAU) has introduced traceability seals to track medicines and medical supplies inside the National Health Service, aiming to curb theft and diversion after a $35m pharmaceutical shipment reached Central Medical Stores in Maputo. Nutrition & Child Health: The health minister says lack of a diversified diet affects 80% of Mozambican minors, with chronic malnutrition at 37% and major micronutrient gaps for under-fives and women of childbearing age—while overweight and obesity are also rising. Road Safety: Manica province recorded 38 deaths from 20 road accidents over eight months, and officials link crashes to a growing vehicle fleet and informal motor-taxi services, calling for stronger prevention. Public Health Research for Youth: Mozambique is among the international participants expected at South Africa’s Eskom Expo International Science Fair, where many projects focus on health and wellbeing topics like glucose regulation, sleep apnoea and disease biomarkers. Drug Enforcement: SERNIC incinerated over 1.3 tonnes of fentanyl and chemical precursors in Moamba, following seizures at Maputo airport, as part of ongoing anti-drug operations.

Medicine Safety & Supply Chains: Mozambique’s Ministry of Health has introduced traceability seals for medicines and medical supplies to curb theft and diversion inside the National Health Service, alongside a new $35m pharmaceutical shipment to ease shortages. Nutrition: Mozambique’s health ministry says lack of a diversified diet affects 80% of minors, with chronic malnutrition at 37% and micronutrient deficiencies widespread—prompting calls for stronger maternal and child nutrition support. Road Safety: Manica recorded 38 deaths from 20 road accidents over eight months, with authorities linking crashes to fast-rising vehicle numbers and informal motor-taxi services. Public Health Enforcement: SERNIC incinerated over 1.3 tonnes of fentanyl and chemical precursors seized at Maputo airport, with samples kept for ongoing court cases. Consumer Alert: Woolworths’ WBeauty Complete Clarifying Shampoo was recalled after bacteria detection, with a COMESA alert extending vigilance to cross-border buyers including Mozambique. Health Tech Delivery: Côte d’Ivoire is expanding drone deliveries for medical products under a public-private partnership, pointing to growing interest in faster last-mile health logistics across Africa.

Drug Control: Mozambique’s SERNIC incinerated over 1.3 tonnes of fentanyl and chemical precursors in Moamba, after lab tests confirmed the seized cargo and samples were taken for court proceedings. Medicine Safety: MISAU launched traceability seals for medicines and medical supplies across the National Health Service to curb theft and diversion, alongside a major World Bank-funded pharmaceutical shipment. Nutrition & Health: Mozambique’s health ministry says lack of a diversified diet affects 80% of minors, with chronic malnutrition at 37% and major micronutrient gaps in children under five and women of childbearing age. Road Safety: Manica recorded 38 deaths from 20 road accidents over eight months, with officials pointing to rapid vehicle growth and informal motor-taxis. Public Health Logistics: Côte d’Ivoire is expanding drone delivery for medical supplies, while Mozambique’s region-wide push highlights how faster last-mile delivery can support hard-to-reach facilities. Consumer Alert: Woolworths’ WBeauty Complete Clarifying Shampoo was recalled after bacteria detection, with COMESA extending the alert to cross-border buyers including Mozambique.

Medicine Security: Mozambique’s Ministry of Health (MISAU) has introduced traceability seals for medicines and medical supplies to curb theft and diversion inside the National Health Service, alongside a $35m pharmaceutical shipment (with World Bank support) aimed at easing shortages. Child Nutrition: Mozambique’s health minister says lack of a diversified diet affects 80% of minors, with chronic malnutrition at 37% and micronutrient deficiencies widespread—prompting calls for stronger community nutrition support, maternal care, supplementation, and food fortification. Road Safety: In Manica, 38 people have died in 20 road accidents over eight months, with police pointing to rapid vehicle growth and informal motor-taxis as key risk drivers. Health Logistics: Côte d’Ivoire is expanding drone deliveries for medical supplies, while broader African drone delivery plans are growing—highlighting how faster last-mile access can support health services in hard-to-reach areas. Climate & Livelihoods: Research warns that improved climate forecasts won’t protect southern Africa’s poorest livestock farmers unless paired with practical support like feed, drought insurance, and market access. Community Malaria Vaccine Push (Mozambique): PATH trained community health workers and health committee members to promote malaria vaccine uptake and follow up on missed doses in parts of Tete and Zambézia.

Medicine Supply Security: Mozambique’s Ministry of Health (MISAU) has introduced traceability seals for medicines and medical supplies to curb theft and diversion across the National Health Service, alongside a $35m pharmaceutical shipment to ease shortages. Nutrition & Child Health: Lack of a diversified diet is hitting 80% of Mozambican minors, with chronic malnutrition at 37% and micronutrient deficiencies widespread—prompting calls for stronger community nutrition support for mothers and children. Road Safety: In Manica, 38 people have died in 20 road accidents over eight months, with officials pointing to fast-rising vehicle numbers and informal motor-taxis as key risk drivers. Malaria Vaccine Rollout Support: PATH trained community health workers and health committee members to promote malaria vaccine uptake and follow up on missed doses in parts of Tete and Zambézia. Health Tech for Access: A drone-delivery model is expanding across Africa for medical supplies, with Côte d’Ivoire adding drone logistics to reach hard-to-serve health facilities.

Malaria Vaccine Push in Mozambique: PATH trained 400 community health workers and committee members (plus 60 health workers) in Tete and Zambézia to boost malaria vaccine promotion through better communication, myth-busting, and follow-up for children who missed doses. Health Access Boost in the Region: Eswatini opened the E200m Khanyisile Hee Yeon Medical Centre, with the King urging a sustainability plan—specialised services include endoscopy, dermatology and dentistry. Pandemic Readiness Support: WHO and the Pandemic Fund handed Lesotho M2.5m in medical and ICT equipment to strengthen early detection and response, including glucose monitors, stethoscopes and surveillance laptops. Food Security Warning for Southern Africa: New research says improved climate forecasts won’t protect the poorest livestock farmers unless paired with practical support like feed, drought insurance and better market access—especially with El Niño risks. Mozambique in Focus Beyond Headlines: A commentary urges Tanzania to see Mozambique as more than Cabo Delgado, highlighting ports, agriculture, minerals and regional links.

Malaria vaccine push at community level: PATH trained 400 community health workers and health committee members (plus 60 health workers) in Tete and Zambézia to strengthen malaria vaccine promotion, tackle misconceptions, and help identify children who missed doses. Pandemic readiness boost: WHO and the Pandemic Fund handed Lesotho medical and ICT equipment (including laptops, tablets, stethoscopes, ECG machines and blood glucose monitors) to improve early detection and faster outbreak response. TB drug-resistance study includes Mozambique: Oxford leads a £10m RESPECT-TB project tracking resistance to newer drug-resistant TB treatments across India, Kazakhstan, Mozambique, South Africa and Vietnam, combining lab testing with genetic sequencing and patient data. Maternal and child health prevention: A CDC-supported CHAMPS report found 4 in 5 stillbirths and young child deaths investigated in Africa and South Asia were preventable or possibly preventable with care that already exists, with Mozambique included in the surveillance network. Health access infrastructure: Eswatini opened the Khanyisile Hee Yeon Medical Centre (E200m total) with specialised services like endoscopy, dermatology and dentistry, aiming to reduce travel distance and support earlier treatment. Local hospital support: Malawi’s VP Dr Jane Mayemu Ansah pledged K1 million to Mlambe Hospital after hearing about shortages of specialised beds and equipment.

Malaria vaccine push in Mozambique: PATH is training community health workers (APS) and health committees in Pebane, Maganja da Costa and parts of Tete to promote malaria vaccine uptake, tackle misconceptions, and help identify children who missed doses—400 community members and 60 health workers trained between Oct 2025 and Apr 2026. Child health & prevention in Mozambique: A CDC-supported surveillance network (CHAMPS) across Mozambique and other countries found most stillbirths and young child deaths were preventable or possibly preventable with care that already exists, highlighting gaps in pregnancy and newborn support. TB drug-resistance research involving Mozambique: Oxford leads the RESPECT-TB programme tracking how resistance to newer drug-resistant TB treatments is emerging, with Mozambique among the five study countries. Health access and infrastructure in the region: While not Mozambique-specific, WHO and the Pandemic Fund delivered M2.5m in medical and ICT equipment to Lesotho to strengthen disease surveillance and faster outbreak response. Community care needs in Malawi: A Mozambican-linked regional spotlight—Malawi’s Vice President pledged K1m to Mlambe Hospital after hearing about shortages of beds and equipment.