AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoPress Freedom Watch: WAJSIC’s “Sahel: The State of the Media 2025–2026” flags worsening conditions for journalists across Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger, citing legal pressure, surveillance, intimidation and media closures—plus the growing reality of exile. Human Rights & Accountability: Amnesty International urges a war-crimes probe into reported summary killings of at least 19 Malian soldiers after an ambush near Gao, pointing to video shared online and calling for investigations by the UN. Regional Safety & Information: RSF launches “Sahel Kunafoni,” a monthly webinar series focused on protecting the right to information, countering propaganda and supporting journalists in exile across the Sahel. WAFCON Spotlight: Ghana’s Black Queens kick off WAFCON 2026 with a 2-0 win over debutants Cape Verde, while coach Kim Lars Björkegren and officials urge Mali-in-group rivals to be met with confidence and discipline. Music: Davido unveils the full tracklist for “Oriadé,” featuring Black Sherif and Aya Nakamura, ahead of its late-July release. Sports Calendar: Mali fans get WAFCON action in the mix, with Cameroon vs Mali and Morocco vs Algeria listed for the coming days.
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