AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoEbola Watch (DRC): WHO says the new Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo is on track to become the deadliest in history, with 4,300+ cases and 2,000+ deaths so far, and no approved vaccine for the Bundibugyo strain. Deep-Sea Mining Moratorium: Mauritius, Mozambique and the Republic of the Congo join a precautionary pause push at the International Seabed Authority, bringing African support to six countries amid major science and governance gaps. Climate Adaptation (South Africa): With El Niño risks looming, South Africa is urged to protect grasslands and water catchments to buffer drought impacts on water, farming and conservation. Flooding & Urban Planning (Dhaka): A report warns Dhaka’s monsoon flooding is driven by wetland loss, canal encroachment and weak enforcement—not rain alone—calling for long-term water-sensitive planning. Energy & Clean Cooking (Tanzania): Tanzania is betting on domestic natural gas to expand access to cleaner cooking and strengthen energy security. Weather Disruption (SA): Heavy snow stranded hikers in the Drakensberg; rescue teams pulled five people to safety.
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