AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoSomalia Security & Diplomacy: Reuters reports the US plans to stop UN support for the AU mission in Somalia from next year, raising fears for Mogadishu’s fight against al-Shabaab amid political strain. Development Aid Pressure: UNECA warns ODA to Africa fell 23.1% in 2025, pushing countries to mobilize more domestic resources as cuts hit health, education and climate adaptation. Education Costs in Nigeria: Atiku and others condemn Nigeria’s 82% WAEC/NECO fee hike to a uniform ₦50,000 from 2027, warning it will price out children. Anti-Corruption Push: ICPC calls for stronger cross-sector action on integrity as SERAP sues INEC over alleged ₦800bn FAAC diversion for campaign funding. Media Literacy: Ghana’s Shamima Muslim urges investment in media literacy to defend democracy against misinformation and AI-driven falsehoods. China-Africa Finance: China presses African states to shift debt repayments from USD to yuan, citing Kenya’s yuan-based restructuring as a signal. Health Emergency: DRC and Uganda face Ebola containment risks, with delayed control potentially costing billions. Trade & Partnerships: Namibia deepens ties with China; NSITF pledges technical support to Gambia on social protection.
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