AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoDebt vs Education: UNESCO says 113 countries now pay more to service debt than to educate children, with low-income states paying nearly four times as much on debt—raising alarm over overcrowded schools, teacher shortages and early dropout. Regional Integration: ECOWAS reaffirmed plans to launch a single currency, the ECO, in phases by next year, but key issues remain—especially how to handle CFA-linked countries like Côte d’Ivoire. Digital Governance: The ATU conference in Abuja elected Zambia’s Mwale Kezias as new Secretary-General, with Côte d’Ivoire among West African appointees to the Administrative Council. Human Rights & Justice: In Côte d’Ivoire, authorities rescued Nigerian trafficking victims allegedly lured with job promises, then forced into labour and sexual exploitation. Cocoa Accountability: A US lawsuit targets Swiss chocolate maker Lindt over alleged child labour in cocoa from Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire, accusing the firm of misleading consumers despite ethical-sourcing claims. Local Innovation: Ivorian micro-mobility startup Ecobyke joined FasterCapital’s EquityPilot to scale shared electric bikes and scooters across African cities. Abidjan Mobility: Colorful minibuses remain a key street transport feature in Abidjan, highlighting everyday urban governance and service realities.
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