AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoParliamentary Accountability: Ghana is considering biometric attendance rules that would require MPs to be physically present to register, making it harder to claim attendance without taking part. Public Spending: South Africa’s tourism minister says the suspended tourism CEO’s case has cost taxpayers more than R6.1 million in salary, legal fees and interim leadership costs; the suspension followed findings linked to an advance payment for work that was not done. Justice and Rule of Law: African regional courts are seeking stronger cooperation to improve enforcement of judgments and access to justice, addressing persistent gaps in resources and coordination. Political Stability: Somalia’s defence minister says political tensions could threaten security gains against Al-Shabaab, accusing opposition figures of destabilising the country. Local Governance: South Africa’s election results have left many councils without a clear majority, putting coalition talks and pressure to deliver services at the centre of the next phase. Civil Society and Jobs: Women in Management Africa and LEAP Africa are calling for greater access to finance, markets and policy support for women-owned and youth-led enterprises.
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