AGP Executive Report

World Allergy Week 2026: AFRICALLI is urging African governments to treat allergic and immunologic diseases as essential health care, saying conditions like asthma, eczema, food and drug allergies, and anaphylaxis are widely under-recognised yet drive school absence, lost productivity, avoidable hospital admissions and preventable deaths. Forest Restoration (Gabon-linked): A French nature-based project developer, aDryada, says it will restore 120,000 hectares of rainforest in the Philippines’ Samar Island Natural Park, with stronger ranger capacity and a carbon-credit mechanism—while noting a Congo Basin portfolio that includes Gabon. Biodiversity & Conservation: Bristol Zoo welcomed a new western lowland gorilla silverback, Nkoumou, to lead and protect its troop after the death of Jock, supporting a conservation breeding programme. Illegal Fishing Push: At Kenya’s Our Ocean Conference 2026, 16 countries pledged stronger action against illegal fishing, aiming to protect fish stocks threatened by industrial fleets and climate change. Water Security: Scientists report Africa is building a continent-wide digital map of groundwater resources to manage aquifers sustainably as rainfall swings intensify. Forestry Skills (Central Africa): AFD and RIFFEAC launched ADEFAC 2 with €5m to strengthen continuing training for forestry and wood-processing across Congo Basin countries including Gabon.

Health & Rights: AFRICALLI marks World Allergy Week 2026 warning that asthma, eczema, food and drug allergies, and anaphylaxis are a growing but under-recognised burden across Africa—often left out of national health planning, training and essential medicines lists. Forest Restoration: Gabon’s Congo Basin conservation work is echoed by a French-backed plan to restore 120,000 hectares of rainforest in the Philippines’ Samar Natural Park, using planting, enrichment and assisted natural regeneration plus ranger support and carbon finance. Wildlife & Disease Risk: Uganda’s mountain gorilla response to Ebola highlights how outbreaks can spread between people and wildlife; conservation groups are supplying non-contact monitoring gear to protect gorillas and visitors. Illegal Fishing Pressure: A new international push at the Our Ocean Conference in Mombasa seeks tougher action against illegal fishing, as climate change and industrial overfishing push artisanal fishers farther offshore. Water Security: Scientists are mapping Africa’s groundwater to manage erratic rainfall and protect aquifers—vital for drought resilience where hundreds of millions lack safe drinking water. Gabon in the Spotlight: ADEFAC 2 expands AFD/RIFFEAC forestry training across Congo Basin countries including Gabon, aiming for better sustainable forest management and stronger wood-processing skills.

World Allergy Week 2026: AFRICALLI is pushing for allergies and immunologic diseases to be treated as essential health care across Africa, warning that conditions like asthma, eczema, food and drug allergies, and anaphylaxis are widely under-recognised and often left out of national health planning. Illegal fishing crackdown: At the Our Ocean Conference in Mombasa, 16 countries pledged stronger action against illegal fishing, aiming to expose and stop malpractice that is pushing coastal communities to travel farther for dwindling catches. Sea fraud and sanctions evasion: Investigations describe Russia’s “Dark Fleet” using forged African flags and weak oversight to keep oil shipments moving, raising risks for coastal states and the marine environment. Rainforest restoration in the region: A French-backed project signed an agreement to restore 120,000 hectares of rainforest in Samar, with surveillance support and carbon financing—highlighting how restoration and protection can be funded at scale. Gabon-linked conservation finance: AFD and RIFFEAC launched ADEFAC 2 with €5m (about CFA 3.3bn) to strengthen continuing training for forestry and wood-processing across Central Africa, including Gabon. Biodiversity under pressure: Conservationists warn that vulture populations in central Africa face rising threats as belief-based poisoning and poaching demand spreads from West Africa.

Allergy Care Mainstreaming: AFRICALLI marks World Allergy Week 2026 with a push to treat asthma, eczema, food and drug allergies, and anaphylaxis as essential health care across Africa—calling out gaps in specialist training, diagnostics, and medicines. Cancer Dialogue at WHA79: WHO backs high-level Commonwealth and Francophonie discussions on cancer prevention, early detection, treatment and care, stressing whole-of-government action and equitable access through strong primary health systems. Rainforest Restoration Deal: Gabon-linked conservation news echoes globally as a French project developer signs an agreement to restore 120,000 hectares of rainforest in Samar, combining planting, ranger capacity, and a carbon-credit mechanism to fund long-term protection. Biodiversity Under Pressure: Conservationists warn that demand for vultures driven by belief-based use is spreading from West Africa into central African populations, with poisoning and poaching threatening already fragile species. Water Security for a Hotter Future: Scientists are mapping Africa’s groundwater to identify where it can be safely extracted as rainfall and evaporation swings intensify, aiming to protect aquifers and expand reliable drinking water. Forestry Skills for Sustainability: AFD and RIFFEAC launch ADEFAC 2 with €5m (about CFA 3.3bn) to strengthen continuing training in forestry and wood-processing across six Congo Basin countries, including Gabon, to support sustainable forest management. Gabon’s Climate and Nature Stakes: A new report ranks Gabon among top countries for freshwater per person, while broader coverage highlights how climate stress is already reshaping ecosystems and resources.

Rainforest Restoration Deal: Gabon’s Congo Basin conservation gets a boost as a French nature-based project developer, aDryada, signs an agreement to restore 120,000 hectares of rainforest in Samar, with planting, ranger capacity and a carbon-credit mechanism aimed at long-term ecosystem recovery. Wildlife & Health Risk: Conservationists in the region are also racing against disease, with Uganda’s gorilla protection efforts ramped up amid Ebola concerns, including new surveillance and visitor-safety gear for wildlife authorities. Water Security for a Hotter Future: Scientists are mapping Africa’s underground water supplies to guide safer, more equitable groundwater extraction as climate change brings sharper swings between drought and extreme rainfall. Biodiversity Under Pressure: A new push highlights how demand for vultures and poisoning practices are spreading from West Africa into central African populations, raising alarms for already vulnerable species. Sustainable Forestry Skills: France’s AFD and RIFFEAC back a five-year training expansion for forestry and wood-processing across Congo Basin countries, including Gabon, to strengthen sustainable forest management and industry competitiveness. Climate Perception: A global survey finds many people underestimate how much others also see climate change as a serious threat—an insight that could shape how Gabon and the region communicate climate action.

Rainforest restoration in Gabon’s region: A French nature-based project developer, aDryada, signed an agreement with the Philippines’ DENR to restore 120,000 hectares of rainforest in Samar, using planting, enrichment and assisted natural regeneration, plus ranger support and a carbon-credit mechanism—aiming to benefit over 20,000 people. Biodiversity and wildlife protection: Bristol Zoo Project welcomed a new silverback gorilla, Nkoumou, to lead its western lowland troop after the death of Jock, supporting a conservation breeding programme. Climate and water resilience: Scientists are mapping Africa’s groundwater to manage aquifers safely as hotter conditions bring sharper swings between drought and extreme rainfall. Agroecology push: WWF and Biovision convened a regional exchange in Bomet, Kenya, to strengthen agroecology for biodiversity and livelihoods, with participation including Gabon. Conservation under disease threat: Uganda’s gorilla protection efforts include new non-contact infrared thermometers and other gear as Ebola risks spread between people and wildlife. Forestry skills for Central Africa: AFD and RIFFEAC launched ADEFAC 2 with €5 million (about CFA 3.3 billion) to expand continuing training for sustainable forestry and wood-processing across Congo Basin countries including Gabon.

Rainforest Restoration in Gabon’s Region: Gabon-linked conservation news is in the spotlight as France’s DENR and aDryada signed an agreement to restore 120,000 hectares of rainforest in the Samar Island Natural Park in the Philippines, using planting, enrichment, and assisted natural regeneration, plus ranger support and a carbon-credit mechanism expected to benefit 20,000+ people. Biodiversity & Wildlife Protection: Bristol Zoo Project welcomed Nkoumou, a new silverback gorilla, to lead its western lowland troop after the death of Jock—supporting a conservation breeding programme. Ocean Conservation Pressure: Ahead of the Our Ocean Conference in Mombasa, an Africa-focused call urges an end to industrial krill fishing in the Southern Ocean to protect Antarctica’s food chain and the marine systems that sustain African coastal livelihoods. Water Security for a Hotter Future: Scientists are mapping Africa’s underground water supplies to guide safer groundwater extraction as climate-driven swings between drought and extreme rainfall threaten surface water reliability. Skills for Sustainable Forestry: AFD and RIFFEAC backed ADEFAC 2 with €5m (about CFA3.3bn) to strengthen continuing training for forestry and wood-processing across Central Africa, including Gabon. Electricity Access Push: World Bank and AfDB’s Mission 300 says it has connected 50m+ people to electricity across 40 countries, with Gabon among those benefiting from broader regional energy momentum.

Southern Ocean Protection: As coastal states meet in Mombasa for Our Ocean Conference 2026, Africa is urged to push for an end to industrial krill fishing in Antarctica, warning that krill underpins whales, penguins, seals and seabirds and that damage is already showing as key species face endangerment. Water Security: Scientists are mapping Africa’s underground water to prepare for a hotter future, focusing on where groundwater can be safely extracted without depleting aquifers. Biodiversity & Health: Uganda’s gorilla conservation efforts are stepping up amid Ebola fears, with new non-contact monitoring tools and support for wildlife surveillance. Agroecology for Resilience: WWF and Biovision convened a regional forum in Kenya to link agroecology with biodiversity conservation, climate resilience and food security across Central and Eastern and Southern Africa, including Gabon. Electricity Access: World Bank and AfDB’s Mission 300 says it has connected over 50 million people to electricity across 40 countries, aiming for 300 million more by 2030. Forestry Skills: AFD and RIFFEAC launched ADEFAC 2 with €5m (about CFA 3.3bn) to strengthen continuing training for sustainable forestry and wood-processing across Congo Basin countries, including Gabon.

Climate Perception Gap: A new global survey finds people often underestimate how much others also see climate change as a serious threat—an important reminder for climate messaging and public support. Freshwater Security: A ranking of renewable freshwater per person places Gabon among the top 10, highlighting the country’s water-resource potential as climate pressures intensify. Agroecology & Biodiversity: WWF and Biovision convened Central, Eastern and Southern African experts in Kenya to push agroecology as a way to protect biodiversity, boost livelihoods, and strengthen climate resilience—Gabon included. Water Under Pressure: Scientists are mapping Africa’s underground water supplies to guide safer, more equitable groundwater extraction as hotter conditions make surface water less reliable. Forestry Skills for Sustainability: France’s AFD and RIFFEAC launched ADEFAC 2 with €5m (about CFA 3.3bn) to strengthen continuing training across Congo Basin forestry and wood-processing, including Gabon. Electricity Access Drive: World Bank and AfDB’s Mission 300 says it has connected 50m+ people across 40 countries, with Gabon named among countries moving through the broader electrification push. Wildlife Health Risk: Conservation groups warn Ebola can spread between people and wildlife, noting past deaths in gorilla populations in Gabon and Congo Brazzaville and urging protective measures. Illegal Fishing Crackdown: A new Africa-wide push at the Our Ocean Conference targets illegal fishing using transparency and stronger enforcement.

Water Security: Scientists warn that hotter climates are making Africa’s surface water less reliable, while a “digital map” of safe groundwater extraction is being built to protect aquifers and keep drinking water steady during droughts. Wildlife & Health: Conservation groups in Uganda are stepping up protection for mountain gorillas amid Ebola fears, noting the virus has already killed thousands of gorillas across the region, including in Gabon and Congo. Forestry & Climate Skills: AFD and RIFFEAC launched a €5m (about CFA 3.3bn) training push for sustainable forestry and wood-processing across Congo Basin countries, including Gabon. Electricity for Resilience: World Bank and AfDB’s Mission 300 says it has connected 50m+ people to power across 40 countries, with Gabon among those expected to benefit as electrification accelerates. Illegal Fishing Pressure: A new push at the Our Ocean Conference targets illegal fishing with stronger enforcement and transparency, as climate change and industrial overfishing push coastal communities further offshore.

Water Security: Scientists say Africa’s surface waters are getting more erratic with hotter swings between evaporation and extreme rainfall, but the continent’s vast groundwater reserves could act as an “invisible safety net” if mapped and managed for safe, equitable extraction. Wildlife & Health: Uganda conservationists are stepping up protection for mountain gorillas amid an Ebola threat, including support to monitor both animal and visitor health—while noting past Ebola deaths in nearby Central Africa. Forestry Skills for Sustainability: France’s AFD is funding a €5m (about CFA 3.3bn) second phase of regional training to strengthen sustainable forest and wood-processing skills across Congo Basin countries, including Gabon. Digital + Green Economy Funding: Cameroon secured EU grants of over CFA 36bn, with parts aimed at digital transformation and sustainable cocoa/forestry—plus a regional digital push that also covers Gabon. Electrification Push: World Bank and AfDB’s Mission 300 says it has connected over 50 million people to electricity across 40 countries, accelerating access through generation, grids and last-mile delivery. Illegal Fishing Crackdown: A new push at the Our Ocean Conference targets illegal fishing with stronger enforcement, vessel registry updates and corporate accountability. Biodiversity Under Pressure: Researchers warn that demand for vultures—driven by belief-based use in West Africa—is increasingly threatening vulture populations in central Africa.

Electricity Access Push: World Bank and AfDB’s Mission 300 says it has connected over 50 million people to power across 40 African countries, nearly doubling the pace since launch and citing reforms and full value-chain investment. Forestry Skills for the Congo Basin: AFD and RIFFEAC signed a €5m (about CFA 3.3bn) deal to expand ADEFAC 2 training for sustainable forest management and wood-processing competitiveness across six Congo Basin countries, including Gabon. Digital Growth with Green Links: The EU backed Cameroon’s digital, cocoa and timber sectors with CFA37bn+ in grants, including “Business Boost for Africa” support that also reaches Gabon. Wildlife Under Pressure: Conservationists warn that demand for vultures—driven by belief-based use in parts of West Africa—is now reaching central African populations, with poisoning and poaching risks spreading. Illegal Fishing Crackdown: A new Africa-wide push at the Our Ocean Conference targets illegal fishing using stronger enforcement, updated vessel registries and better corporate accountability. Maritime Risks: Reports describe Russia’s “Dark Fleet” expanding toward Africa, raising concerns about weak oversight and pollution insurance gaps.

Forestry Skills Boost: France’s AFD and RIFFEAC signed a €5m (about CFA 3.3bn) deal to expand ADEFAC 2, a five-year regional training push for sustainable forest management and wood-processing competitiveness across six Congo Basin countries, including Gabon. Electricity Access Drive: World Bank and AfDB’s Mission 300 says it has connected over 50 million people to electricity across 40 countries, with faster rollout linked to coordinated planning across the power chain—generation to last-mile distribution. Biodiversity Under Pressure: Conservationists warn that demand for vultures—driven by belief-based use in Nigeria and Benin—is now reaching central Africa, threatening species like critically endangered hooded vultures near slaughterhouses and landfill sites. Marine Conservation Call: An op-ed urges African leaders to back an end to industrial krill fishing in the Southern Ocean, warning it could disrupt the food chain that supports whales, seabirds and coastal livelihoods. Public Health & Climate Link: KNUST joins the DENSTAR project to speed licensure and rollout of a dengue vaccine, citing climate change, urban growth and insecticide resistance as drivers of rising mosquito-borne risk.

Electricity Access Push: World Bank and AfDB’s Mission 300 says it has connected over 50 million people to electricity across 40 African countries in two years, nearly doubling connection pace through generation-to-last-mile investments. Gabon Link: Mission 300’s rollout is also tied to policy and compact signings, with a report naming Gabon among countries moving to join the electrification drive. Forest & Cocoa Funding: The EU backed Cameroon’s “Business Boost for Africa” and “Digital Acceleration” with CFA37bn+ in grants, including support for Gabon’s digital SMEs, plus a CFA17.5bn push for sustainable cocoa and forestry. Wildlife Under Threat: Conservationists warn that demand for vultures—driven by belief-based use in Nigeria and Benin—is now reaching central Africa, putting Chad’s populations at risk. Illegal Fishing Crackdown: A new international push at the Our Ocean Conference targets illegal fishing with stronger enforcement, updated vessel registries, and corporate accountability.

Maritime Crime & Pollution Risk: Russia’s “Dark Fleet” of 600–1,400 mostly old tankers is increasingly using African waters to dodge G7 oil price caps, often with hidden ownership, frequent name changes, AIS shutdowns, ship-to-ship transfers, and weak insurance—shifting the financial risk of spills onto coastal states. Wildlife Protection: Conservationists warn that demand for vultures in Nigeria and Benin—driven by belief-based use—has spread into central Africa, with poisoning and poaching reducing hooded vulture presence around slaughterhouses and landfills in Chad. Illegal Fishing Crackdown: A new international pledge at the Our Ocean Conference targets illegal fishing with stronger enforcement, updated vessel registries, and tougher corporate accountability, aiming to protect fish stocks that artisanal fishers say are being depleted. Public Health & Climate Links: KNUST has joined the DENSTAR project to speed dengue vaccine trials in Africa, citing climate change, urban growth, and insecticide resistance as drivers of rising mosquito-borne disease. Energy Access: World Bank and AfDB’s Mission 300 says it has connected 50+ million people to electricity across 40 countries, including 7.5 million in Tanzania and 4.6 million in Ethiopia, as electrification accelerates. Forest & Cocoa Sustainability (Cameroon, with regional spillover): The EU approved CFA37bn+ in grants to boost Cameroon’s digital economy and promote sustainable cocoa and forestry—supporting environmentally responsible supply chains that also include Gabon.

Wildlife Crime Watch: Conservationists warn that demand for vultures driven by belief-based use in Nigeria and Benin is now reaching central Africa, with researchers documenting poisoning and missing hooded vultures around slaughterhouses and landfill sites near N’Djamena, Chad. Illegal Fishing Crackdown: A new international push signed at the Our Ocean Conference in Mombasa targets illegal fishing with stronger enforcement, updated vessel registries and corporate accountability, aiming to curb the depletion that forces artisanal fishers to travel farther offshore. Clean Power Push: World Bank and AfDB’s Mission 300 says it has connected over 50 million people to electricity across 40 African countries, including 4.5 million Nigerians and 7.5 million Tanzanians, with faster progress attributed to coordinated investment across the energy chain. Forest & Cocoa Sustainability (EU): The EU approved more than CFA37 billion in grants for Cameroon, including a “Business Boost for Africa” digital program that also covers Gabon, plus funding to promote environmentally sustainable cocoa farming and forestry. Public Health & Climate Link: Ghana’s KNUST joins the DENSTAR project to advance a dengue vaccine, citing climate change, urban growth and insecticide resistance as drivers of rising mosquito-borne risk.