AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoECOWAS in Lomé: West African stakeholders are drafting an operating manual for a planned ECOWAS agricultural risk financing window to help countries respond faster to food, climate and livestock crises, with the Regional Agency for Agriculture and Food leading and figures showing food insecurity rising sharply across the region. Togo fisheries push: In Lomé, Togo is reviewing and validating reforms to align its fisheries and aquaculture strategy with AU standards under FishGov2, aiming to improve resource management, fishers’ livelihoods and climate resilience. Togo development delivery: Project coordinators in the Togo-World Bank portfolio met to tackle implementation delays, shifting focus from disbursement rates to real outcomes, with tighter monitoring and faster procurement. Maison TV5MONDE growth: After 15 years in Togo, Maison TV5MONDE marks its anniversary on August 12 with a new phase centered on digital skills, expansion beyond Lomé and youth support. US visa changes affecting Africa: The US says routine visa processing will end at its Abuja mission and 24 other African posts from August 1, with applicants directed to regional hubs. Bauchi infrastructure deal: Bauchi State secured $91.6m in ECOWAS Bank financing for roads and bridges, with disbursement expected in August.
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