AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoClimate Risk: A “very strong” El Niño could drive up to 451,000 extra heat-related deaths worldwide through February, with Africa’s Sahel facing an estimated 66,800 additional deaths—Nigeria expected to take nearly half. Justice & Accountability: The ICC convicted Central African Republic rebel commander Mahamat Said Abdel Kani for crimes against humanity tied to Seleka abuses, a milestone for victims but a reminder of ongoing accountability gaps. Health & Food Security: Scientists warn Earth has crossed seven of nine planetary boundaries, pushing the planet into a higher-risk zone for cascading environmental failures. Security & Humanitarian Access: The US urged an investigation into a reported drone strike on a Catholic Relief Services aid convoy in Ethiopia’s Tigray, calling for protection of civilians and unimpeded aid delivery. Public Safety: Kenya’s Bolt and the Red Cross trained 500 boda boda riders in first aid and emergency response to cut road-crash deaths. Governance & Data: Ghana’s Data Protection Commission chief called for stronger African regulator coordination to rein in the growing power of global tech and AI platforms. Sports & Cities: Zimbabwe announced traffic diversions for Harare ahead of its AFCON qualifier vs DR Congo.
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