AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoLGBTQ+ Rights Backlash in West Africa: Ghana’s parliament passed a bill that would punish people who promote, sponsor or advocate LGBTQ+ activities with prison terms of up to 10 years, while also banning funding for LGBTQ+ groups and activities. Eid al-Adha Culture & Community Life: Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince hosted an annual Hajj reception in Mina, with Mauritania’s Prime Minister among the guests, underscoring the religious diplomacy around Eid and pilgrimage. Mauritania in the Spotlight: A Mauritanian delegation took part in the second Bridge to Africa program at the University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, linking African and Canary Islands universities through research and shared development goals. Saharan Environment Watch: Forecasts warn that Saharan dust is returning, with clouds expected to move across the Atlantic and potentially reach the Caribbean and the United States. Sports for Youth in Africa: Giants of Africa opened its 50th community basketball court in Lagos, continuing its Built Within push to use sport for youth development across the continent. Cultural Heritage Diplomacy: Mauritania joined other countries supporting Greece’s push at UNESCO for the permanent return of the Parthenon Sculptures from the British Museum.
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