AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoBlue Economy Investment: Tanzania’s Dar es Salaam Maritime Institute (DMI) is pushing for more private investment in marine and freshwater sectors, strengthening maritime education, research, and policy support ahead of the Fifth International Blue Economy Conference (Sept 7–9). Earth Science & Volcano Research: A new Science study links East Africa’s volcanoes to deep Earth signals by combining seismic imaging with chemical analysis of volcanic rocks, helping trace where mantle material comes from. Regional Tech & Industry Policy: The SADC summit in Durban (Aug 16–17) is focused on reshaping the region’s economic strategy, including calls to remove trade barriers and drive an “industrial revolution,” with Comoros among member states. Procurement Professionalization: Kenya has been named the East Africa base for the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS), aiming to set standards and professionalize procurement across 13 countries. Geopolitics Tech (Ukraine War): Reports say North Korea has deployed drone operators to Russia’s Kursk Oblast, potentially boosting tactical and technical skills for modern warfare.
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