AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoUN Map Update for Africa: The UN General Assembly backed Togo’s “Correct the Map” push, voting 164-1 to move away from the Mercator projection toward Equal Earth—aimed at showing Africa’s true relative size more fairly (with the US the only no vote). CARICOM-Africa Connectivity: Prime Minister Mia Mottley and CARICOM leaders marked CARICOM-Africa Day with calls to boost travel, trade, education and opportunities, pointing to new air links and Afreximbank activity. Air Travel & Tourism Links: EgyptAir launched a direct Cairo–Zanzibar route twice weekly, betting on Zanzibar’s tourism and Cairo’s role as a gateway for African travel. Togo on Screen: French-Togolese filmmakers were released from detention after weeks in Togo while working on a local culture episode for “Les Routes de l’impossible.” Local Business & Tourism: The Made in Togo Fair reached Aného for its second stop, pairing local products with cultural events like Epé-Ekpé to draw visitors and buyers. Sports for the Region: CAF Champions League prelims kick off this weekend, while AFCON 2027 qualifiers begin with key matchups including Algeria vs Zambia and Togo’s upcoming fixtures.
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