AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoElectricity Push in the Horn: The World Bank and AfDB say their Mission 300 has connected over 50 million people to electricity across 40 African countries, with nearly double the rollout pace since launch—highlighting Ethiopia’s 4.6 million connections and reforms, and noting Djibouti is among countries signing compacts. Regional Early Warning: IGAD and the AfDB launched SECURES-IGAD to strengthen data-driven early warning and crisis prevention for Djibouti, Sudan, Somalia and South Sudan, linking early alerts to faster action through CEWARN. Somalia Security Coordination: AUSSOM held a security review in Beledweyne, with Djiboutian forces and partners discussing intelligence-sharing and stability efforts, alongside the arrival of a new Ghana police unit contingent. Piracy Humanitarian Crisis: Pakistan says it is pursuing diplomatic efforts to secure the release of 10 Pakistani hostages held by Somali pirates after a hijacking, as captives report shortages and worsening conditions. Sports Spotlight: South Sudan thrashed Djibouti 6-0 in the CECAFA U-17 Women’s Championship, while Uganda opened its title defence with a 13-0 win over Djibouti. Maritime Watch: Reports of pirate attacks near Yemen continue, with ships firing back to prevent boarding.
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