AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoCriminal Justice Under Scrutiny: South Africa’s Madlanga Commission hears that the criminal justice system may be infiltrated by criminal networks, with allegations tied to senior policing decisions and political interference. Gender-Based Violence Reality Check: South African women describe how fear shapes daily routines amid ongoing investigations into multiple women’s murders in Ekurhuleni, spotlighting gaps in GBV response. Workforce & Skills: Nigeria’s PTDF moves to operationalise its Port Harcourt skills centre, aiming to close technical manpower gaps in oil and gas through industry-driven training and pathways to jobs. Youth Learning & Employability: UNESCO and partners push beyond AI pilots with scaling plans for simulation and digital learning to improve youth outcomes across different resource settings. Digital Jobs Push: Nigeria’s Tinubu advances Digital Free Zones into implementation, targeting global investment and local tech jobs without forcing companies to relocate IP abroad. Visa Rules Hit Mobility: Thailand cuts visa-free stays for South Africans from 60 to 30 days, with knock-on effects for travel and work plans. Transport & Training Finance (Morocco): AfDB signs €405m loans for high-speed rail and vocational training, with a youth and women focus. Local Talent Spotlight: Bulawayo’s No Name Dance Crew books international performances in Zambia and South Africa after strong competition results.
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