AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoMaritime & Blue Economy: Kenya moved to finalize its National Maritime Security Strategy after an IMO-backed workshop in Mombasa, with focus on inter-agency coordination, maritime awareness, and coastal community roles—while also flagging cyber risks, uncrewed systems, threats to underwater infrastructure, and climate change. Space & Connectivity: A new wave of low-earth-orbit satellite internet from companies like Starlink is pushing into underserved African communities, raising questions about how African nations can shape the “space race” beyond just receiving services. Biodiversity: Scientists revisited the coelacanth’s comeback story—an ancient fish lineage thought extinct since 66 million years ago—after it reappeared in the 20th century, underscoring how deep-ocean life can still surprise us. Regional Mobility (Comoros-linked): Antigua and Barbuda published a 2026 visa-free list that includes Comoros, while Panama also lists Comoros among African countries eligible for visa-free entry for up to three months. Climate diplomacy (indirect): Kenya’s outgoing Belgian envoy farewell highlighted expanding trade, renewable energy, and climate cooperation—relevant to regional sustainability partnerships.
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