AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoWomen’s Leadership Spotlight: Dr Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation, was named among ABCD Africa’s “100 Most Impactful Voices 2026,” with recognition tied to women’s empowerment, girls’ education, and better healthcare access. World Cup & Cape Verde Pride: Cape Verde’s “Blue Sharks” run at the 2026 World Cup stayed in the spotlight, with goalkeeper Vozinha’s standout performances and the team’s Cinderella-style spirit—plus a Boston-area moment when J. Cole publicly shouted out Cape Verdeans. Diaspora, Youth & Work: On Sal, a tourism-focused vocational pathway (TUI Academy) highlights how young people are trying to build careers locally—even as emigration remains a strong pull. Culture in Community: The Onset Cape Verdean Festival brought families together around food, music, and vendors, turning heritage into a yearly reunion ritual. Travel & Mobility: A guide notes Cape Verde’s shifting visa access for travelers (including Pakistan passport updates), while another piece spotlights Cape Verde as a lesser-known destination with wildlife and landscapes. Policy & Rights: Amnesty International flags US “third-country removals,” naming Cape Verde among countries tied to these deportation deals. Football as a Lifestyle: A broader discussion argues Cape Verde’s grassroots coaching-first approach helped make football the country’s most popular sport.
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