AGP Executive Report
Last update: 32 minutes agoAnti-Piracy & Maritime Law: Puntland’s President Deni told Xaafuun residents pirates will be fought “like Daesh,” as five hijacked ships remain anchored off Puntland and Mogadishu’s Upper House passed a fresh anti-piracy and anti-kidnapping bill. Shipping Security: A new bulker hijacking was reported south of Yemen, underscoring how instability keeps pressure on Red Sea routes. Air Connectivity: Somali airline Starsky Aviation says it’s moving from domestic flights into international routes, using Nairobi as a launch base. Water & Agriculture Infrastructure: Somalia marked progress on the Jowhar Offstream Storage Program, including restoration work on the Sabuun Dam to boost irrigation and climate resilience in the Shabelle basin. Energy Efficiency & Cooling: Somalia outlined priorities to improve building energy efficiency, renovate public buildings, expand renewables, and scale efficient cooling solutions. Gold & Finance for Women: A new lender model is using gold jewellery as collateral, aiming to unlock credit for Somali women and support a still-underdeveloped gold sector. Regional Security Tensions: Somalia’s Southwest leadership dispute is set to intensify as Mogadishu orders a new army operation around Baidoa and the Bay region.
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