AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoDrug Supply Fix: Botswana has rejoined the SADC pooled procurement for essential medicines, aiming to cut costs and prevent repeat shortages after earlier procurement problems. Blood Crisis: Botswana’s blood banks are dangerously understocked, with demand far outstripping collections and hospitals facing delays that can put patients at risk. Sexual Violence Alarm: Court audits in Francistown and Maun show rape and defilement cases make up a large share of unresolved dockets, prompting warnings of a “pandemic of sexual violence” against women and children. STI Focus: Botswana’s Ministry of Health reports rising sexually transmitted infections over the past two years, especially among young people. Healthcare Tech: A regional push highlights medical drones as a way to deliver vaccines, blood, medicines and lab samples faster to remote communities. Sports & Welfare: Botswana’s National Olympic Committee welcomes a new IOC athlete grant that could ease last-minute athlete welfare disputes ahead of major events.
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