AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoUS Visa Policy: The US Department of State updated its B1/B2 visitor visa rules, requiring citizens of 50 countries to post visa bonds before approval, with amounts set during interviews at roughly KSh 1.29m–KSh 2.59m; the list heavily targets Africa (30 countries), while Kenya is notably not included. Gender & Funding in Tech-Savvy Communities: A new discussion on Portuguese-speaking Africa highlights how feminist movements across Angola, Cabo Verde, Guinea-Bissau, Mozambique, Equatorial Guinea, and São Tomé and Príncipe face a fragmented funding ecosystem that leaves some groups under-resourced and less visible. Agriculture Heritage Capacity: A FAO- and China-supported workshop in South Africa ended with officials from 16 African countries agreeing to push for more Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems (GIAHS) sites, aiming to strengthen proposal skills and unlock funding. Currency Watch: September 2026 rankings show the São Tomé and Príncipe dobra among the currencies needing the most local units per US dollar, a sign of ongoing pressure that can raise import and living costs. Naval Engineering: The US Navy held a change of command for the 22nd Naval Construction Regiment, emphasizing engineering support for operations across Europe and Africa.
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