AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoEbola Emergency: Africa CDC backs DR Congo’s expanding response package as the Bundibugyo outbreak hits 4,120 cases and 1,887 deaths, with vaccination and village-led case finding ramped up. Youth Jobs: The ILO warns global youth unemployment rose to 12.4% in 2025 and NEET climbed to 20%, with AI adding pressure as job creation stays sluggish. Digital Logistics: Africa’s supply chains are getting more digitised, driven by rising order complexity and demand for tracking—while payment and infrastructure gaps still slow progress. AI in Aviation: Ryanair signs a five-year Google Cloud deal to roll out Gemini and DeepMind tools for crew scheduling and fleet maintenance across 35,000 staff. Kenya Green Tech: Huawei pledges smart-grid and energy storage support to accelerate Kenya’s renewable transition. South Africa Water Crisis: A rights-focused push highlights how water tankering has become a “permanent” fix amid infrastructure neglect. Urban Innovation & Youth: ICT University in Cameroon rewards young innovators with cash prizes for projects like AGRIBOT and eco-farming robotics. Sports & Talent: Ghana’s Black Stars coaching uncertainty grows as Desmond Ofei emerges as a leading internal candidate. Mining Safety: A cave-in kills 14 illegal chrome miners near Marikana, spotlighting the risks of illicit operations. Creative Economy: Ekiti State launches EKIFEST 2026 to position culture and the creative sector as a jobs engine.
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