AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoMaritime & Tourism: Explorations by Norwegian’s The Regatta has departed Rome for a 371-day, 62-country cruise with weekly port calls and 220 ports, including planned stops in Africa such as Cape Verde—an eye-catching signal for long-haul travel demand. Air Quality & Public Health: A new Africa Air Quality Brief says Senegal and Cape Verde saw unsafe air for more than 120 days in 2025, with Saharan dust and everyday pollution pushing PM2.5 above WHO daily limits—raising pressure for cleaner air monitoring and action. Fisheries & Food Security: FAO hosted the 3rd Small-Scale Fisheries Summit in Rome, with Cabo Verde among ministers discussing how to protect small-scale fisheries that support livelihoods and food security for hundreds of millions. Shipping Skills: Ghana’s Maritime Authority called for stronger assessment and certification standards for seafarers, running a regional training that includes Cape Verde to boost competency for global trade. Aviation Connectivity: Portugal’s TAP is in a final round of negotiations over a stake sale, but its Africa network—covering Cabo Verde among other markets—remains central for business and diaspora travel. Road Safety: Cape Verde reported a deadly bus crash involving schoolchildren, prompting national mourning and renewed scrutiny of transport safety.
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