AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoUN Map Reform for Africa: The UN General Assembly adopted Togo’s “Correct the Map” resolution, backing the Equal Earth projection to represent Africa’s true relative size; 164 countries voted in favour, the US was the only no, and six abstained. The vote is non-binding, but it encourages governments, schools and tech firms to use more accurate equal-area maps. Education for Work: Togo will introduce career-oriented classes in 2026-2027, starting in upper primary and science-focused middle and high schools, with sessions led by professionals and planned school visits. Justice Overhaul: Togo plans to merge judicial officers and auctioneers into one profession of court commissioner to modernize how justice services work. Disability Rights: A draft law adopted by Togo’s Council of Ministers aims to strengthen protections and inclusion for people with disabilities, including access to health, education, work and public life. Health Regulation: Togo approved creating a National Agency to regulate medicines and other healthcare products to improve quality control and market surveillance. Girls’ School Support: Togo will expand the SWEDD+ Togo school kit distribution to over 150,000 girls for 2026-2027. Tax Crime Training: Lomé hosted the OECD Francophone Academy on tax and financial crime, focused on investigating illicit financial flows. Solar Tender: Togo’s rural electrification agency launched a tender for a new solar plant in Agoe Nyive, with funding from France’s development agency.
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