AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoClean Air: New research says African countries could save billions by tackling air pollution and greenhouse-gas emissions together, reducing health costs and lost workdays. Nearly one million people in sub-Saharan Africa died prematurely from air pollution in 2023, with polluting cooking fuels a major source. Soil and Farming: Togo’s cotton farmers are rebuilding soils and reducing pest treatments, pointing to more sustainable practices in a key sector. Ocean Biodiversity: Togo has backed China’s bid to host a global ocean biodiversity secretariat, putting marine conservation on the bilateral agenda. Animal Health: Seven West African countries adopted regional plans in Lomé to improve disease surveillance and coordination, including under a One Health approach linking human, animal and environmental risks.
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