AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoChief Justice Milestone: Zimbabwe’s Chief Justice Elizabeth Gwaunza has broken the bench barrier, becoming the country’s first female Chief Justice—an unmistakable signal that long-standing gender barriers in the judiciary can fall. Digital Identity & Travel Access: At ID4Africa’s AGM in Abidjan, biometrics for smoother airport and public-service access drew attention, while the UK’s stalled digital ID push remains a cautionary tale about trust and delivery. AI & Power in Africa: New reporting warns that AI is making authoritarian control cheaper and faster—especially where courts are weak and dissent is treated as a security issue. Visa Rules Changing for Travellers: Thailand has ended its 60-day visa-free stay for many nationalities, including Indians, shifting them to shorter stays and visa-on-arrival. Mauritius in the Spotlight: Mauritius is named among countries investing in AI-enabled smart-city surveillance, and local culture continues to be framed through heritage and family travel experiences.
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