AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoUS Visa Overhaul: The US will stop routine visa processing at its Abuja embassy from August 1, 2026, and shift applicants to regional hubs, with Kigali among the designated centres—part of a broader consular restructuring aimed at tighter screening and efficiency. DRC-Rwanda Tensions: Kinshasa and Kigali trade accusations over a US-mediated plan involving FDLR disarmament and relocation, renewing friction over the rebel threat and peace commitments. Rwanda Youth Confidence: An African Youth Survey 2026 report says 91% of young people in Rwanda believe the country is moving in the right direction, with 99% saying they feel safe and 96% confident youth can influence political decisions. Sports—Basketball: Rwanda beat Egypt 62-58 to qualify for the 2026 FIBA U18 AfroBasket in Abidjan, while Egypt’s women also advanced undefeated in the Zone 5 qualifiers. Sports—Football: Kenya Police Bullets were drawn against Simba Queens in Group C for the CAF Women’s Champions League CECAFA qualifiers in Kigali, running August 21-31. Digital Banking: NCBA Bank launched NCBA NOW and NCBA ConnectPlus across Rwanda, Uganda and Tanzania, pushing a new digital-first retail and corporate banking push.
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