AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 minutes agoDiplomacy & Appointments: South Africa’s President Ramaphosa is set to appoint Ayanda Dlodlo as ambassador-designate to France, ahead of a Paris visit and following the death of Nathi Mthethwa. Xenophobia & Security: Nigeria says two citizens were killed in South Africa amid anti-migrant violence, with one death allegedly involving police, and warns it may take action if attacks continue. Humanitarian Fallout: Zimbabwe’s ZEP holders are pleading for protection of schoolchildren as deportations and forced moves threaten Matric and other learners’ ability to sit exams. Media, Competition & Tech: Tinubu orders an FCCPC probe into Meta, Google and X, plus generative AI platforms, over claims of anti-competitive conduct and exploitation of Nigerian media content. Governance & Enforcement: South Africa’s gambling regulator moves to block illegal offshore betting sites, citing a large share of the online market and major tax losses. Climate Communication: A regional study finds Africa’s climate messages often miss people because they’re not delivered in locally meaningful languages and contexts. Food & Farming Resilience: East Africa is urged to mainstream agroecology to boost yields, incomes, and resilience to climate shocks. Economy & Households: South Africa’s savings rate remains low as rising living costs push households to prioritise short-term needs over long-term security. Energy Infrastructure: Uganda’s EACOP project passes 90% completion, edging closer to crude exports via Tanzania’s port of Tanga. Regional Politics: Tanzania braces for 7 July protests with heavy security after authorities banned gatherings and warned of force.
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