AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 minutes agoMunicipal Accountability: South Africa’s Auditor-General says only 15% of municipalities achieved clean audits and metros are “regressing,” with no metro getting a clean audit in 2024/25—raising fresh alarms over compliance, financial controls and service delivery. Security Governance: Nigeria’s Senate approved a constitutional amendment to enable state police forces, aiming to decentralize policing as insecurity worsens, while critics warn it could empower governors. Health Policy & Regulation: South Africa’s Parliament is moving ahead with a Tobacco Products and Electronic Delivery Systems Control Bill, but MPs want amendments on indoor smoke-free rules and vape restrictions. Ebola Response: WHO says trials of two Ebola therapeutics for DRC’s Bundibugyo strain will start next week, underscoring the role of African science and faster diagnostics. Digital Policy: Nigeria’s NITDA urges responsible AI adoption, digital sovereignty and public trust as AI expands. Africa-China Cooperation: AU chair Evariste Ndayishimiye highlights Africa-China ties as a South-South model, including China’s expanded zero-tariff access. Civic Tensions: South Africa’s anti-migrant groups and organisers insist 30 June protests will be peaceful, while disputes over a reported R600m security budget and claims of foreign funding continue.
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