AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoClimate Justice in Court: A landmark case is being heard by the African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights, with groups asking judges to clarify African states’ duties to protect people from the climate crisis and shift away from environmentally harmful economies. Clean Mobility Investment: Spiro, operating in Cameroon and other African markets, secured a $215m equity round to expand battery-swapping networks and electric two-wheel infrastructure, aiming to cut fuel costs and emissions. Refugee Protection Update: UNHCR’s Cameroon chief met MINAT in Yaounde, praising Cameroon’s long-running hospitality to refugees while discussing plans to relaunch voluntary repatriation for CAR refugees. Illegal Mining Crackdown: MINAT ordered tighter scrutiny of mining practices in Bertoua after concerns over unclear reporting, while also warning against political violence and hate speech. Child Protection Alarm: CENSREHURD condemned rising abuse against minors, calling for stronger laws and better enforcement to end impunity. Digital Access for Businesses: CAMTEL and GeCAM are set to sign a deal in Douala to support SMEs’ digital transition with secure connectivity and data services. Local Tax Oversight: Cameroon’s new Local Tax Monitoring Units aim to improve traceability and reduce leakages in council taxation, with experts saying it supports decentralisation rather than reversing it. Soil Training for Cotton: Brazil-backed training for Sodecoton field supervisors focuses on soil fertility and fertilization to boost cotton yields in the Far North.
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