AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoUN Cartography Push: The UN General Assembly backed the “Correct the Map” resolution, backed by African states, to replace the Mercator projection with more accurate options like Equal Earth—aimed at fixing how Africa’s size is visually distorted in media, education and policy. Ghana Environment & Local Action: Ghana’s Local Government minister Mahama Ayariga says the Agbogbloshie waste heap is as high as a 10-storey building and has ordered a coordinated plan with multiple ministries and the Military Engineering Regiment to clear it. Nigeria–South Africa Safety: Nigeria says it evacuated 1,695 citizens from South Africa this year amid renewed threats, with more support sought from religious groups and private donors. Media & Marcom Moment: MTN’s Media Innovation Programme welcomed fellows in Pretoria, highlighting training for responsible media and AI use. Digital/Brand Signals: OpenAI’s ChatGPT ad business reportedly hit $1bn annualised run-rate, underlining how AI is reshaping advertising buying and performance expectations. Sports & Culture: Japan opened the FIBA Women’s World Cup with a record-setting three-point display versus Mali, while Miss World’s 75th edition heads to Vietnam with Africa’s delegates in the Top 40 cut.
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