AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoZambia Election Watch: New pre-election analysis gives President Hakainde Hichilema and the UPND a 70–80% chance of winning in the first round, citing ballot access as the clearest structural edge, with a run-off still possible. Nigeria Security & Politics: The Nigerian Air Force says it killed nine ISWAP fighters, including a key commander, in a precision strike in Borno. In the 2027 race, the Presidency hit back at Atiku Abubakar over claims of a security “blood-soaked” record, while Tinubu urged clerics to keep speaking out against terrorism and banditry. Regional Trade Friction: Nigerian onion exporters have halted shipments to Ghana amid a dispute, with ECOWAS urged to help broker a lasting deal. Health & Procurement: Zimbabwe’s pharma manufacturers warn public drug buying has collapsed to about 1% locally, urging government procurement to prioritize domestic medicines. Women’s Rights & Safety: South Africa’s Ramaphosa condemned the Taliban’s ban on Afghan women at Women’s Day events, while Zimbabwe also saw renewed debate after a fatal domestic-violence case in Bulawayo. Visa Liberalisation: Chad plans visa-free entry for all Africans from Jan 1, 2027, joining a growing list of countries easing movement.
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