AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoUS Visa Overhaul for Africa: The State Department plans to cut U.S. visa-processing embassies and consulates across Africa from nearly 50 to 20 “hubs,” with Djibouti City listed among the remaining full-service locations—meaning applicants from non-hub countries may have to travel farther, pay more, and face delays. Red Sea Security & Shipping: Iranian-backed Houthi rebels vowed to block Israeli ships in the Red Sea, escalating fears around the Bab el-Mandeb corridor that sits between Yemen and Djibouti/Eritrea. Regional Trade Link: Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) launched a new Jeddah–India service that also connects to the Port of Djibouti, aiming to boost Red Sea logistics and container flows. Education Spotlight: Egypt reported major gains in school attendance (up to 87%) and literacy progress tied to reforms—an education story with clear lifestyle impact across the region. Scholarships for Social Justice: Applications opened for the Helmut Schmidt Programme in Germany, offering master’s funding for future leaders focused on public policy, good governance, and social justice.
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