AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoChild Labour Lawsuit: Swiss chocolate giant Lindt is facing a U.S. court case over allegations that its cocoa supply chain in Ghana and Ivory Coast involves child labour, with activists claiming the company misleads consumers about its ethical sourcing efforts. Visa & Mobility Policy: The U.S. plans to consolidate routine visa services across Africa into regional hubs starting Aug. 1, 2026, with Abidjan named as one of the central locations—an update that could affect how Ivorians and regional travellers plan trips. Culture & Theatre: The RFI Theatre Prize shortlist for 2026 includes “Gòor-jigéen” by Éric Digbé (Ivory Coast), highlighting a new wave of Francophone playwrights ahead of the winner announcement in September. Human Stories, Trafficking Crackdown: Survivors report being lured from Nigeria to Côte d’Ivoire with promises of jobs, then trapped in forced labour and sexual exploitation; authorities say victims were rescued in a joint operation. Education & Talent: Côte d’Ivoire is also in the spotlight through regional learning—Nigeria’s team won medals at the 2026 Pan-African Mathematics Olympiad held in Yamoussoukro.
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