AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoChad Democracy Watch: Chad’s opposition leaders face long prison terms and coalition dissolutions, with analysts warning the country is sliding toward one-party rule under President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno. Lake Chad Security: A Nigerian think tank says the reported killing of ISWAP commander Abu-Bilal al-Minuki could spark new threats across Nigeria’s northeast and the wider Lake Chad region, even after recent counterterrorism gains. Solar for Africa: China hit a record for solar component exports in March 2026, and African demand is surging—Nigeria’s imports jumped 519% to 1.2 GW—fuelled by higher fossil-fuel prices and changes to clean-tech rebates. Food Security in Chad: WFP announced resilience projects across multiple Chad regions, backing small producers with seeds, inputs, land access, cooperatives, and climate-smart farming to reduce dependence on aid. Startups & Local Funding: Bloomberg’s Africa Startups to Watch highlights a shift toward African investors backing solutions where public systems fail, including companies from Chad and across healthcare, fintech, security, and climate resilience. STEM in Schools: Willmar Middle School students used a grant-funded 3D printing setup to design and print practical objects, showing how hands-on making can build problem-solving skills.
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