AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoDomestic Labour Policy: Kuwait has tightened domestic worker recruitment, banning hiring from 27 countries—including Kenya, Uganda, Nigeria, Rwanda, Burundi, DR Congo and Angola—while allowing recruitment from only 10 approved sources (South Africa, Benin, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Philippines, Sri Lanka, India, Vietnam, Nepal, plus Senegal for males only). The Interior Ministry says the change follows assessments by the Foreign Affairs, Health and manpower authorities, and that applications will be processed through governorate-level service centres. Regional Trade & Integration: East African Business Council urges Tanzania and Burundi to publish a clear list of commonly traded goods under the EAC Simplified Trade Regime and set up a dedicated trade information desk at the Kobero–Kabanga OSBP to help women and youth traders cut delays and non-tariff barriers. Health & Safety: UNICEF is scaling up Ebola supplies and support in the DRC and neighbours, while regional health authorities push stronger screening and response readiness.
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