AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoEducation & Exam Integrity: WAEC says 167,486 2026 WASSCE results (8.59%) were withheld over alleged malpractice, citing phone use despite bans and organised cheating; WAEC says affected candidates can seek redress via its complaint site. Cybersecurity & AI Threats: INTERPOL reports AI is linked to 55% of reported cybercrime across Africa, with losses rising to $484m since 2024, warning that many laws predate today’s AI-driven scams. Science, Tech & Skills Exchange: Rossotrudnichestvo says Equatorial Guinea’s ambassador met to expand Russia study quotas and activities, including a Malabo Russian House for cultural and media projects. Energy & Regional Industry: VAALCO Energy released Q2 2026 results and guidance, including restarted Baobab field production offshore Côte d’Ivoire after refurbishment. Diplomacy & Tech Media: A Russia-Africa media tour in Moscow (50 journalists from 12 countries) wrapped up, featuring sessions on modern technologies and development. Visa Policy Impact: The US made a permanent visa bond programme for citizens of 30 African countries, requiring up to $15,000 before B-1/B-2 visitor visas.
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