AGP Executive Report
Last update: 40 minutes agoMob Justice in Nigeria: In Mararaban Jos, northern Nigeria, an Islamic teacher was killed after police allegedly handed her to a mob that stormed a station, Amnesty International calling for an independent probe. Postgraduate Funding Gap (South Africa): A University of the Western Cape study finds fewer than half of new postgrad students received aid, with support linked to better completion—fueling calls for more investment beyond NSFAS undergrad support. Electoral Integrity (South Africa): The IEC is investigating a viral video from Mpumalanga showing an IEC registration official allegedly handling multiple ID documents tied to an ANC member. Green Jobs Skills Shortage: Experts warn Africa’s green economy could stall as skilled workers lag behind renewable energy and climate-industry hiring needs. AI Policy (Zambia): Zambia’s RAM 2.0 consultation aims to shape the next phase of AI policy, highlighting education and public services as key use areas. Youth Innovation (Egypt): Egypt opens applications for the Presidential African Youth in AI and Robotics Competition 2026, targeting solutions for food security, health, cybersecurity and connectivity. Inclusive Education (Lesotho): Lesotho’s visually impaired children face exclusion as some families hide them from education and healthcare; the country has schools for access from primary level.
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