AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 minutes agoSecurity & Schools: Nigeria’s police issued a nationwide warning that terrorists and informants are surveilling schools, NYSC camps and places of worship ahead of the 2026/27 academic session. Health & Learning: WHO reports Africa accounts for about 75% of global mpox cases in July, with transmission still concentrated in several countries. Teacher Workforce: South Africa’s Basic Education Employment Initiative is seeking renewed Treasury funding after cuts threatened teaching-assistant jobs in thousands of schools. Education Policy Debate: Zimbabwe’s educators’ union pushed back on calls to fire “non-performing” teachers, arguing for a full education audit instead of scapegoating. Higher Education Leadership: Kenya’s Martin Kimani was appointed UN Assistant Secretary-General for Africa, a senior role spanning political and peacebuilding affairs. Regional Trade for Skills & Jobs: COMESA renewed focus on putting women at the heart of Africa’s trade future, linking cross-border markets to everyday livelihoods. AI for Development: The Gates Foundation pledged $1B over two years for AI tools for health workers, farmers and teachers in the world’s poorest countries. UN Map Update: The UN endorsed a new world map showing Africa’s true scale, reigniting debates about representation.
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