AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoSeychelles Livestock Push: The government has earmarked US$1.4m to revive the livestock sector, cutting animal feed costs by 30% and boosting subsidies for poultry and pig farmers, with support tied to registered farmers and reviewed every six months. India–Seychelles Maritime Partnership: India handed over five laser radial-class boats to the Seychelles Defence Forces, aimed at strengthening seamanship skills and deepening defence and maritime cooperation. SADC Chair Priorities: As South Africa takes the SADC chair for 2026/27, SADC leaders stress faster industrialisation, better trade links, and closing the gap between regional plans and delivery amid weaker development support and security pressures. Regional Security Talks: Ethiopia joined the 36th EASF policy organs meeting in Kampala, discussing Eastern Africa security priorities and force readiness. Visa-Free Travel Update: Seychelles citizens can enter the Schengen Area visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day period, while Chad and the Republic of the Congo plan continent-wide visa-free entry for Africans from 1 January 2027. Sports & Youth Links: Eswatini will use its National Youth Games to prepare for Region V, and Seychelles’ Olympic delegation is reported to be involved.
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