AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoConservation & Oceans: Manuel Gomes (“Lindo”), a former sea turtle poacher from Príncipe, is now helping protect endangered turtles—patrolling nesting sites, supporting marine protected areas, and pushing coastal communities to safeguard the species that once fed his family. Earth Science: Scientists are still debating what drives Earth’s faint “heartbeat” microseism—an ultra-weak, roughly 26-second rhythmic vibration traced to the Gulf of Guinea, with leading ideas pointing to ocean waves, volcanic activity, or both. Health & Capacity Building: Merck Foundation’s 13th Africa-Asia Luminary brought together First Ladies and health leaders to discuss patient care and social health priorities, highlighting 2,600+ scholarships for healthcare providers across dozens of specialties, including support for fertility and women’s health. Fisheries Policy (EU): Cyprus’ EU presidency update notes progress on the future of the Common Fisheries Policy beyond 2027, including funding priorities and sustainable fisheries partnership work that explicitly includes São Tomé and Príncipe.
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