AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoHorn of Africa Diplomacy: Ethiopia has closed its embassy in Asmara and declared 10 Eritrean diplomats persona non grata, ordering them to leave within 48 hours, citing Eritrean “hostility” and threats to national security. Diplomatic Fallout: Ethiopia also expelled an Egyptian diplomatic staff member as tensions around the Nile and the Horn deepen. Security and Human Cost: In Yei, a former youth leader says murder, robbery and rape are rising while community and rights groups stay silent, calling for action. Continent at War: A new analysis warns a “second scramble for Africa” is unfolding as wars spread across the continent alongside US-China competition for minerals and influence. Ghana Football Shock: Carlos Queiroz has stepped down as Ghana’s Black Stars coach after defeats to Ivory Coast and The Gambia in AFCON qualifiers. Kenya Refinery Politics: President William Ruto downplayed rivalry over East Africa refineries, saying demand can support multiple projects, and explained why Lamu was chosen for the Dangote refinery. Energy Transition: Chad secured solar financing with battery storage, part of the AfDB-backed Desert to Power push.
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