AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoUN Map Reform: Togo-led “Correct the Map” resolution passed at the UN General Assembly on Sept. 4, backing the Equal Earth equal-area projection to show Africa at its true relative size; the vote was 164-1 with the U.S. the only no, and six countries abstaining. Diplomacy & Next Steps: Togo says it will push African states, schools and tech firms over the next six months to adopt fairer mapping, while stressing it doesn’t target Mercator for navigation. Regional Impact: ITUC-Africa and other groups praised Togo’s leadership, arguing maps shape education and perceptions beyond cartography. Togo in the Spotlight: Commentary and local coverage frame the win as a rare diplomatic success for Africa’s representation. Energy Debt Watch: Nigeria’s electricity customers (including Togo via CEET) reportedly owe $28.33m (N37.44bn) for ancillary services over three years, with Togo said to account for 95% of the debt. Finance for PPPs: Ecobank Togo highlights “predictability” as a key ingredient for bankable PPP financing, stressing clear repayment certainty over long project timelines. Culture & Diaspora: The 33rd CEANA convention in Maryland spotlights Ewe heritage and calls for bigger diaspora investment.
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