AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoElections in São Tomé and Príncipe: With Sunday’s vote approaching, residents say the top political issue is stopping youth from leaving. Voters at markets and taxi ranks want jobs, new business opportunities, and major infrastructure like a new port and airport, while some supporters of the ruling ADI and the main opposition MLSTP push for change and warn against irregularities. Principe conservation dividend under scrutiny: On Principe, South African tech entrepreneur Mark Shuttleworth’s Faya Foundation has started paying residents for pledges to avoid environmentally damaging activities. But early payouts are far below the advertised maximum, and critics say the approach risks missing a chance to coordinate with government on broader economic and social needs. Regional political backdrop: Separate reporting highlights renewed fighting in Ethiopia’s Tigray region, underscoring how fragile stability remains across the continent.
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