AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoFogo Island Tragedy: Cabo Verde has declared two days of national mourning after a bus crash on Fogo killed at least 25 people, mostly children and teenagers, with 14 others injured; Prime Minister Francisco Carvalho says a crisis team and a 16-member medical group have been sent, while President José Maria Neves calls for psychological support and an investigation into the cause. International Condolences: The UAE’s foreign ministry expressed solidarity with Cabo Verde and condolences to victims’ families, while other leaders also sent messages of sympathy. Regional Cooperation: Nigeria and Cabo Verde discussed boosting direct air links, migration, tourism and technical cooperation, including transport frameworks, as part of wider West African ties. US Visas—DV-2026: The US State Department published DV-2026 figures, with Cabo Verde listed among African countries in the Diversity Visa programme; selected applicants still must complete the process by Sept. 30, 2026. Child Marriage Push: The UN General Assembly adopted a resolution setting 27 November as an International Day to eliminate child, early and forced marriage, with Cabo Verde among the co-sponsors.
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