AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoRelease Story: Yonas Dawit Ghebremichael, an Eritrean migrant who spent 12 years on death row in Juba, has finally walked free—though he steps out with no family, no passport, and only a church willing to take him in. Refugee Pressure: Uganda’s “open door” refugee policy is still approving most asylum claims, but the system is under strain as regional conflicts intensify and donor support tightens. Horn Tensions: Fresh reporting highlights rising fears of an Ethiopia–Eritrea war as Tigray tensions simmer and political control disputes resurface. Trade & Connectivity: Astral Aviation launched a weekly freighter service linking Nairobi to Asmara, aiming to give Eritrean exporters more reliable access to Middle East, Asia, and Europe markets. Press Freedom: RSF’s 2026 World Press Freedom Index shows worsening conditions globally, with Eritrea again ranked last. Plant Health: Eritrea marked International Day of Plant Health with a focus on plant biosecurity for food security.
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