AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoTelecom & Connectivity: Djibouti Telecom hosted the ICT minister at the Haramous Cable Landing Station, with the minister meeting technical staff and reviewing operations at the key gateway linking Africa, the Middle East, Europe and Asia. Red Sea Shipping Shock: Iran warned it could block Bab al-Mandab and the Strait of Hormuz if hostilities escalate, while reports say the Houthis have declared Bab el-Mandeb “completely closed” to Israeli maritime traffic—raising fresh risks for global trade and energy flows. Djibouti in the Digital Pipeline: Ethiopia’s push for regional energy connectivity keeps Djibouti in the spotlight, as power links and cross-border sales plans continue to expand. US Visa Processing Overhaul: The US plans to cut visa-processing embassies and consulates across Africa to 20 hubs, with Djibouti City listed among the retained processing locations. Regional Sports & Health: Eastern Africa U18/U20 athletics championships were postponed indefinitely due to an Ebola outbreak in parts of Uganda and DR Congo.
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