AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 minutes agoMedia Expansion: South Africa’s IOL says it will open applications in the next two days for editorial, digital, tech and innovation roles after a R200m investment to grow audiences, deepen journalism and scale AI. Journalism Skills: Kenya’s National Fact-Checking Bootcamp trained students on ethical verification and responsible AI use with Africa Check and DIMLIS Africa. Publishing & Books: Sharjah’s Sheikha Bodour Al Qasimi launched the Polish edition of Folktales Reimagined and discussed her book Let Them Know She Is Here, sparked by a coin discovery at Mleiha. Health & Information: WHO cut suspected Ebola cases in DR Congo to 116 from 900+ while confirming 321 cases total, as response teams warn the outbreak may have spread earlier. Reproductive Health Funding: IPPF Africa’s new regional director, Claudia Shilumani, outlines plans to shore up finances and centre youth voices amid a funding crisis. Local Governance: A Ghana property-rate bill delivery controversy highlights gaps in “Digital Ghana” administration. Trade Zones & Books: Nigeria’s free trade zones generated about $33bn and 100,000+ jobs, per NEPZA, at a book launch assessing FTZ performance.
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