AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoNational Excellence Awards: Côte d’Ivoire honored 80 laureates at the 2026 National Excellence Day in Abidjan, recognizing achievements across education, research, innovation, culture, the economy, social affairs, and security. Creative Hub Watch: Grand Bassam is drawing artists from Abidjan with affordable studios and a calmer coastal vibe, fueling a fresh cultural revival. Film & Storytelling: Locarno’s Open Doors 2026 spotlights African cinema and equity-seeking voices, with Côte d’Ivoire animation producer Adja Mariam Mahre Soro (Studio Kä) among selected participants. Culture in Motion: In Yopougon-Selmer, young dancers are redefining biama street battles, turning neighborhood talent into a wider audience experience. Digital Inclusion (Abidjan): AfricaNenda Foundation trained journalists in Abidjan on inclusive instant payment systems, pushing human-centered reporting on financial inclusion and gender access. QNET Fallout: A Sierra Leonean activist urged action after an Ivory Coast court permanently shut down QNET operations, citing fraud and trafficking concerns. Sports & Women’s Football: WAFCON action continued as South Africa beat Burkina Faso 1-0, setting up a quarter-final with Morocco.
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