AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoAnti-Corruption Push: Côte d’Ivoire is set to adopt a whistleblower protection law after a three-day validation workshop in Grand-Bassam, with the draft covering confidentiality, anti-retaliation safeguards, and clear reporting procedures. Cocoa Diplomacy: Ghana’s President Mahama met Alassane Ouattara to strengthen the cocoa alliance, agreeing on price stability, environmental protection, and farmer-first governance, including reinforcement of the Living Income Differential and harmonised producer prices. Digital Expansion: Starlink secured licences to launch in Côte d’Ivoire in July 2026, aiming to widen connectivity beyond areas underserved by fibre and towers. Gender Violence Agenda: The country launched a national commitment against gender-based violence in Abidjan, targeting a sharp rise in cases over the past decade with a zero-tolerance approach. Regional Governance: ECOWAS marked its 51st anniversary in Grand-Bassam with events on peace, integration, and civic engagement, including focus on early warning and response tools. Electoral Rights Warning: Civil society and ARTICLE 19 urged Côte d’Ivoire to protect free expression ahead of the Oct. 25 presidential election as opposition voices face exclusion and protest crackdowns.
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