AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoBamako Crisis: Suspected sabotage hit a major power transmission line, plunging parts of the capital into electricity and running-water outages and leaving residents queuing for water while water distribution halts. Northern Mali Fighting: Jihadists linked to JNIM and Tuareg allies of the FLA battled to control the strategic camp at Anefis, where Russian Africa Corps forces and Malian troops are reportedly entrenched, with fighting continuing into Monday. Coordinated Attacks Across Mali: Rebels staged assaults in multiple towns from the north (Anefis, Aguelhoc, Gao) to central and southern areas, targeting army positions and claiming responsibility for strikes on several posts. Regional Security Message: The OIC condemned coordinated terrorist attacks across Mali, offering condolences and backing Mali’s fight against extremist violence. Culture & Music: UK blues trio Jimmy Regal and The Royals announced their album Snap Back (with a July 17 single), drawing on influences including Senegal and Mali. Arts & Community Loss: Malian-linked memorial work is noted in the wider art world as Curaçao-born sculptor Nelson Carrilho dies at 72, known for monuments on identity and racism. Tech & Lifestyle Finance: Liberia’s BanffPay secured a Central Bank PSP license to launch a unified Pay-In/Pay-Out API, aiming to expand mobile-first digital payments.
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