AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoCybersecurity & Rights: South Sudan has begun enforcing its Cybercrime and Computer Misuse Act, 2026, with a new multi-agency task force and steering committee set to coordinate implementation—while critics warn vague wording and harsh penalties could chill online speech. Digital Connectivity: The National Communication Authority launched work on a National Spectrum Management and 5G Strategy after a Juba workshop, aiming to prepare for 5G rollout and also cover cybersecurity, network quality, and investment conditions. Higher Education Expansion: President Salva Kiir established the University of Yei and upgraded Kuajok Community College to the University of Kuajok, while renaming the University of Northern Bahr el Ghazal to the University of Aweil to expand public university access. Energy & Investment: South Sudan joined an OPEC+ technical meeting in Azerbaijan, and the African Energy Chamber reiterated support for frontier energy investment as Juba seeks new capital beyond crude oil. Trade Integration: AfCFTA officials urged South Sudan to speed up ratification so businesses can access the wider continental market. Public Health Watch: WHO reports the DRC Ebola outbreak is outpacing response, with cases above 2,100 and access hampered by conflict and resistance.
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