AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoAFCON Focus: The 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers kick off this week with 48 teams chasing 24 spots, and Senegal’s Group J rivals include Mozambique, Sudan and Ethiopia—while the “last decider” in Morocco is still awaiting a final decision after Senegal’s protest over the 2025 final. Senegal in the Spotlight: Senegal goalkeeper Édouard Mendy revisits the drama of that AFCON final, and Senegal is also listed among the 20 African countries eligible to vote for the 2026 Ballon d’Or. Football & Discipline: Kenya’s Harambee Stars boycott training over unpaid allowances ahead of AFCON qualifiers, adding fresh pressure to the East African build-up. Arts & Media: CJ 4DPLEX and Pathé Cinémas expand SCREENX across Europe, with Pathé operating in Senegal too—good news for movie lovers. Human Rights: UN human rights chief Volker Türk warns of a “comprehensive onslaught” against LGBTQ+ rights, explicitly naming Senegal. Investigations: GIABA urges journalists to intensify reporting on money laundering and financial crimes across West Africa.
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