AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoFood Security: The UN World Food Programme says El Niño is strengthening and could worsen hunger across East and Southern Africa into 2027, with South Sudan already covered by anticipatory response plans. Ebola Watch: WHO chief Tedros warns the Ebola outbreak in eastern DR Congo is spreading faster than the response, as contact tracing struggles and health workers strike over pay; the US also pledged an extra $242 million for Ebola support. Security & Politics: Eastern Equatoria SPLM officials were attacked on the Torit–Magwi road, killing a driver; lawmakers in Tonj, Warrap warn insecurity may disrupt December 2026 elections. Elections Prep: Jonglei launched a civic and voter education campaign ahead of the December vote, while Western Equatoria reopened its assembly after a six-month recess. Governance & Services: EU support continues for Yei River County recovery, including housing, education and land reforms, and South Sudan moves to establish an ICT Authority to regulate internet service providers. Economy & Inclusion: A feature urges more women to use banking and highlights mobile-linked products like “Push and Pull” to improve access to funds. Infrastructure: An editorial calls for urgent road maintenance to stop potholes from worsening safety and costs.
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