AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoEbola Response in DR Congo: Ebola response workers in Bundibugyo’s outbreak area (Bunia and Rwampara) went on strike over unpaid wages, disrupting contact tracing, safe burials and community outreach as cases near 1,759 with at least 600 deaths. AI Governance in Kenya: Kenya’s proposed AI Bill turns “ethics” into enforceable duties for high-risk systems, including human-rights impact checks, decision explanations and five-year performance records, with an AI Commissioner empowered to inspect and fine. Green Mobility Push: UNDP and TAILG signed an MoU in Kenya to launch “Green Ride Africa,” aiming to speed up green, low-carbon transport through a centre of excellence and industry incubation. Women’s Leadership: Malawi Vice-President Jane Ansah joined the G100 Council of Women Leaders, placing a senior Malawian jurist in a global gender-equality network. Nigeria Politics: Tinubu formally retained Kashim Shettima as running mate for 2027 as parties raced to meet INEC nomination deadlines. Climate & Nature: Research warns migratory birds are in steep decline, while new findings suggest elephant crop-raiding risks could double in southern Africa as farming expands and aridity grows. Innovation & Youth in Nigeria: Wema Bank launched Hackaholics 7.0, offering grant prizes and a nationwide tour for young tech innovators across healthcare, education, sustainability and more.
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