AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoDigital Governance: Somalia backed India’s objection to WhatsApp’s planned username feature, warning it could weaken security agencies’ ability to identify suspects in terrorism and organized crime. Digital Growth: Somalia’s National Communications Authority (NCA) signed an MOU with iRise Hub to push digital modernisation, youth entrepreneurship, skills training, cybersecurity research, and support for local start-ups. Health & Research: Africa CDC welcomed the launch of a clinical trial for therapeutics targeting the Bundibugyo Ebola strain in the DRC and Uganda, aiming to improve survival with antiviral options. STEM Education: Recep Tayyip Erdoğan College of Health Sciences held a graduation ceremony in Mogadishu, highlighting expanding Somalia–Türkiye cooperation in health and security. Security & Tech: Somalia’s defence ministry rejected an International Crisis Group report on al-Shabab, arguing the group’s “adaptation” is driven by military pressure, not improved governance. Community Learning: Kenya’s KNLS handed over the renovated Mandera Community Library, stressing libraries as tech-ready gateways for digital learning.
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