AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoAfCFTA Push in Gabon: AfCFTA Secretary-General Wamkele Mene wrapped up a 18–19 June visit by sealing an implementation partnership with Gabon’s authorities and private sector, aiming to turn Gabon’s industrial and export potential into real access to the single continental market. Gabon in the Spotlight at World Cup: Pierre Atcho (Gabon) is listed as referee for the Panama vs Croatia match in Toronto as the tournament builds momentum. Healthcare Capacity Boost: Merck Foundation’s 13th Africa Asia Luminary 2026 (18–19 June) brought together First Ladies and health leaders, highlighting 2,600+ scholarships for healthcare providers across 52 countries and 44 specialties. Water Security Planning: Scientists are mapping Africa’s underground water supplies to manage groundwater sustainably as hotter climates bring sharper swings between drought and extreme rainfall. Conservation & Disease Risk: Conservationists warn Ebola is a growing threat to gorillas, noting past deaths in Gabon and Congo and supporting surveillance tools to protect both wildlife and visitors. Regional Skills for Forestry: ADEFAC 2 (AFD/RIFFEAC) backs continuing training in forestry and wood-processing across Congo Basin countries, including Gabon, with €5m (about CFA 3.3bn).
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