AGP Executive Report
Last update: 16 minutes agoUN Diplomacy Tension: Dozens of diplomats walked out as Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the UN General Assembly, with Israel citing 77 empty seats as criticism over Gaza and wider conflicts continues. Botswana Politics: UDC Direct Members warn the Sefhophe by-election dispute could push them to reconsider their coalition position ahead of 2029. Labour & Courts: Botswana Mine Workers Union is preparing court action against Medupi Mining over three months of unpaid salaries. Banking Pressure Relief: Absa Bank Botswana reported a 63% jump in non-interest income, helping offset higher funding costs and expected credit losses. Jobs Outlook: A Human Resource Development Council report warns weak job creation and graduate unemployment are widening the gap between qualifications and available work. Health Security: Botswana’s FMD vaccination drive moves toward a second round in October, with district-level rollout already underway. AFCON Qualifiers: Libya vs Botswana headlines today’s AFCON qualifiers, while DRC opened its campaign with a 2-0 win over Equatorial Guinea. Global Spotlight on Botswana: President Duma Boko used UNGA to argue Africa must have a meaningful voice in AI standards and safeguards.
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