AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoImmigration & the World Cup: US DHS says federal immigration officials won’t “round up” people en masse at matches, but arrests near games are still on the table, leaving fans anxious—especially in Boston, where stadium security plans are under scrutiny. Ebola response in Congo: WHO chief Tedros Ghebreyesus arrived in Kinshasa to back efforts against a rare Ebola outbreak, warning it “can be stopped” but is “very complex” amid distrust, displacement, and equipment shortages. LGBTQ crackdown in West Africa: Ghana’s parliament approved a bill criminalizing “promotion” of LGBTQ activity, with prison terms and a “duty to report” provision—raising regional alarm. Senegal heritage & culture: A study highlights how a 2,000-year-old iron workshop in eastern Senegal reveals ancient metalworking expertise and knowledge passed down for centuries. Senegal in the spotlight: Senegal’s film industry is seeing a resurgence, with Mati Diop’s international wins helping boost global attention to Senegalese storytelling. Food & daily life: A roundup of millet porridge recipes spotlights Senegal’s bissap/couscous traditions alongside other African styles.
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