AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoHealth & Development: Merck Foundation marked World Health Day with First Ladies across Africa and Asia, saying it has funded 2,600 scholarships for healthcare specialists in 52 countries, aiming to expand access to quality care. Diplomacy: The African Union said it will deepen cooperation with Iran in science, technology and capacity building while urging dialogue to ease global tensions. Trade Integration: SADC legislators and UNCTAD wrapped eight training sessions across 15 SADC states on advancing AfCFTA trade integration, with non-tariff barriers still a major drag. Climate & Cities: At Nairobi’s Innovate4Cities, experts warned climate-resilient housing must be central to cutting emissions and disaster risk, arguing land planning often fails low- and middle-income residents. Governance & Rights: In Nigeria, supporters protested the remand of activist Omoyele Sowore, while in Ethiopia a gay journalist was assaulted in a case highlighting rising hostility toward sexual minorities. Politics & Courts (Nigeria): The Senate suspended work on the State Police Bill after the death of MP Yaya Tongo; meanwhile, ADC leadership disputes continue in court. Business & Investment (Kenya): EABL asked Kenya’s Chief Justice to intervene over conflicting court orders affecting its Sh300b Diageo stake sale.
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