AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoSenegal Football & Governance: Senegal has dismissed head coach Pape Thiaw after a World Cup run marked by administrative dysfunction, dressing-room unrest, public criticism and tactical missteps—though the tenure also followed his role in restoring Senegal to the top of African football after AFCON success. West Africa Infrastructure Finance: A West Africa infrastructure regulator urged governments to lean harder on Public-Private Partnerships, warning public budgets can’t close the region’s roads, rail, housing and water gaps. Senegal in the Global LNG Race: French firm GTT is designing cryogenic LNG storage tanks for a major FLNG project, highlighting how floating LNG is increasingly seen as a fast route to monetize offshore gas discoveries across Africa. Senegal Agriculture & Food Security: Researchers in Senegal are testing a rice-and-fish farming approach—using tilapia to help tackle food insecurity, poverty and disease pressures. Maritime Policy: With the High Seas Treaty now in force, West African proposals for marine protected areas are moving forward, raising questions on enforcement and governance. Engineering Innovation: The Royal Academy of Engineering opened applications for the 2027 Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation, offering funding and commercialization support for sub-Saharan innovators.
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