AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoRegional Security: Ethiopia’s delegation is attending the 36th Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) policy organs meeting in Kampala, as member states including Burundi and Uganda discuss regional security priorities and the force’s readiness. Refugee Pressure: Uganda’s relief minister urged refugees to consider voluntary return to their home countries as humanitarian funding drops, noting Burundi registrations for voluntary repatriation. Digital Identity & Services: A focus on foundational ID and birth registration shows how biometrics and civil registration can strengthen trusted digital public infrastructure—highlighting Burundi’s optimism alongside Rwanda and Thailand case studies. Health Systems: A World Bank-backed training in Dar es Salaam is equipping frontline health workers across Eastern and Southern Africa, including Burundi, to spot chronic disease risks earlier by integrating NCD surveillance into field epidemiology. EAC Trade & Innovation: The EAC and Germany launched an AI challenge to scale skills and solutions across Partner States, while eight countries are set to take part in the EAC trade fair in Mwanza under a peace-and-security theme. Governance & Accountability: Burundi’s youth, peace and security dialogue marks 20 years of the African Youth Charter, pushing for real youth participation in laws, budgets, and institutions.
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