AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoDRC Justice Push: The Democratic Republic of Congo has formed a new advisory council to support accountability efforts for atrocities in its conflict-hit east, bringing in senior war crimes lawyers from the US and Europe as Kinshasa pursues international justice linked to the long-running violence after Rwanda’s 1994 genocide. Sports & Tourism Controversy: Rwanda’s Visit Rwanda has signed a record front-of-shirt sponsorship deal with Aston Villa, reportedly worth up to £20m a year, but Amnesty International says the partnership risks “sportswashing” Rwanda’s human rights record and points to allegations involving the DRC. Kigali Business & Youth: Rwanda’s YouthConnekt Awards, ArtsConnekt Awards and the Aguka Ideation Programme recognized over 140 young entrepreneurs, creatives and innovators with millions of francs in prizes and startup funding. Media Streaming in the Region: RunnTV and eMedia launched Openview Stream, a free ad-supported FAST platform rolling out first in Kenya, Ghana and Rwanda. Health Funding Warning: Gavi reports record immunisation gains in lower-income countries, but warns progress is threatened by funding gaps. Travel Rules Watch: Tanzania published its 2026 visa-free list, including 21 African countries such as Rwanda, Kenya and Uganda.
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