AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoBiotech & Regulation: ISAAA AfriCenter has launched a “Biotech Africa Database” to centralise scattered biosafety and biotech approval info, making it easier to find country decisions and understand import, export and transit requirements. Cybercrime & Fraud: INTERPOL’s Operation First Light 2026 wrapped up with 5,811 arrests and about $293m seized, after identifying 142,000+ victims across 97 countries; Eswatini police arrested 82 and dismantled an online gambling and impersonation scam network. AI Scams: Eswatini’s Finance Minister Neal Rijkenberg warned the public about AI-generated video impersonations using his image and voice to push fake investment schemes. Digital Skills for Girls: Lomahasha Central High School completed the African Girls Can Code Initiative, part of International Girls in ICT Day, boosting girls’ coding and STEM participation. Local Tech & Jobs: Inyatsi Group (via EswatiniMobile) funded a three-month, fully paid UNESWA internship programme to bridge classroom learning and workplace readiness. Connectivity & Customer Tech: Eswatini Mobile marks nine years with a final E90,000 cash giveaway for nine customers. Public Spending Training: SADC officials meet in Johannesburg for training on cost-benefit analysis to help governments prioritise smarter spending.
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