AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoIMO Net-Zero Push: Liberia-linked maritime groups are urging IMO member states to resist “alternative proposals” that could weaken the Net-Zero Framework, warning any rollback would slow decarbonisation and raise transition costs. Road Safety Costs: The World Bank says traffic injuries cost Ghana about 2.1% of GDP yearly, with rural roads showing persistent crash risk—an urgent call for road safety to be treated like a fiscal priority. Jobs vs Growth: The World Bank warns Ghana’s recovery is “structurally incomplete,” with growth not yet creating enough quality jobs and poverty still high, urging stronger revenue mobilization and transport reforms. Transport Upgrade Funding: Ghana’s road push gets a boost as the World Bank backs connectivity work, including feeder road rehabilitation—while stressing maintenance must keep pace. Liberia Humanitarian Capacity: A Liberian lawyer says the country must balance its tradition of welcoming people with limited capacity as Liberia begins receiving US third-country deportees. Wonegizi Forest Tensions: Lofa forest keepers say they feel “hopeless” over the Wonegizi boundary line, where conservation plans have disrupted farms and livelihoods. Agriculture Field Reach: Liberia’s agriculture ministry received new pickups and motorbikes to help extension officers reach farmers across all counties. Vocational Training Model: A Bong County institute highlights how locally run skills training can create jobs without heavy donor dependence.
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