AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoYouth Digital Skills: Jitume Digital Hubs in Bungoma are helping young people earn through online writing, teaching and AI-enabled opportunities, with centres providing devices, mentorship and internet access. Emergency Comms Upgrade: Namibia’s EMA has joined EENA to strengthen its Windhoek emergency control centre, including faster dispatch and better call-handling via its 9112 hotline and app. EV Infrastructure Funding: Spiro raised $215m to expand battery-swapping and manufacturing across Kenya, Rwanda, Uganda, Togo, Benin, Nigeria and Cameroon, targeting more markets like DRC and Ethiopia. Water Policy Shock (SA): South Africa’s 2026 National Water Amendment Bill proposes major changes including a ban on private water trading, reshaping how water rights and licences work. Brand & Media Moves: MultiChoice senior manager Sipho “Psyfo” Ngwenya announced his exit, while TikTok continues tightening safety measures and deepening Africa partnerships. Sports/Entertainment Marketing: Amapiano’s global push is being powered by mobile-first digital platforms and short-form virality. Tech for Trade: CHI.africa partnered with Zimo Clan and Maistrade to boost cooperative onboarding, trade traceability and cross-border digital commerce under AfCFTA.
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