AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoUmuganda & Crackdown on Alcohol/Drugs: Rwanda held its monthly Umuganda alongside a nationwide push against illicit alcohol and drug abuse. In Kicukiro, police said over 50 young people (including minors) were found intoxicated and using drugs in one house, with some vomiting and others taken to hospital. Education Costs: As the 2026-2027 school year nears, parents are bracing for “Babyeyi” requirement lists. A review of documents from 25 schools found big differences in what families must provide beyond tuition, raising renewed concerns about affordability. DRC Security Spillover: In eastern DRC, the government suspended academic activities in several public higher education institutions in Goma and Bukavu due to the security crisis linked to rivalry with the AFC-M23 coalition. Border Scrutiny: Burundian and Congolese travelers heading to Rwanda reported increased checks, repeated interrogations, and intimidation at border crossings. Migration Talks: Rwanda says European delegations visited this week to discuss using Rwanda as a transit point for deported migrants, with negotiations ongoing. Sports (Regional): Kenya’s Malkia Strikers beat Nigeria 3-0 to reach the CAVB Women’s Championship quarter-finals. Tech & AI Access: Google expanded its free AI Plus offer to students across 27 African countries, including Rwanda.
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