AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoFood Security in Guinea-Bissau: The UN World Food Programme warns that hunger and malnutrition are worsening as funding shortfalls force cuts during the June–August lean season, including fewer school meals (283,400 down to about 152,000) and a suspension of specialized nutrition for under-twos. Regional Rice Push: The African Development Bank urges West Africa to move from plans to action on rice, warning a $3.5bn annual import bill drains foreign reserves, and highlighting early funding for a $680m regional programme that includes projects in Guinea-Bissau. Climate Finance: The GEF says Bangladesh, DR Congo, Guinea-Bissau, and others will receive over $67m to strengthen resilience, with projects aimed at flood and coastal risks plus food and water security. Electricity Access: A World Bank-backed West Africa power integration programme says it has expanded electricity access to more than 3 million people and built over 4,000km of transmission lines across 15 countries. US Deportations: The US confirms deportation of 355 people from West Africa, releasing names and photos, including one listed from Guinea-Bissau.
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