AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoHorn of Africa: Egypt is reportedly preparing to deploy troops to Somalia under its military cooperation agreement, a move that could shift regional security dynamics as tensions rise. Clean Energy: Cape Town has launched its R220 million Helderhoop solar-and-battery plant; the city projects R400 million in electricity savings over 20 years, though the facility is still being tested. Homegrown Innovation: Former AfDB chief Akinwumi Adesina says Africa must build—not just adopt—future technologies, including AI, semiconductors and robotics. Engineers in Ethiopia are also urging wider use of AI and digital design tools to address skills shortages and improve infrastructure delivery. Youth Opportunity: UNDP and the African Development Bank have equipped South Sudan’s Youth Ministry with ICT tools as part of a project supporting jobs and small businesses. Girls’ Rights: A new report warns that funding to end child marriage remains scarce and has declined since 2019, despite stronger laws across many African countries. Climate-Resilient Farming: New maps highlight where southern African farmers could grow drought-tolerant bambara groundnut, an indigenous crop that could support more resilient food systems.
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