AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoPublic Spending: Philippine watchdogs have flagged more than ₱1 trillion in questionable items in the proposed 2027 budget. Malacañang says President Marcos may veto unsupported allocations and has invited civil society groups to submit concerns. Civic Space: Malawi’s NGO regulator has deregistered the Human Rights Defenders Coalition over reporting and governance failures; the group says it will challenge the decision while continuing its advocacy. Political Violence: More than 50 Nigerian civil society groups are demanding an independent investigation into the attack on activist and presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore, warning that violence against opposition figures threatens democratic rights. Women’s Leadership: A new UN Women report urges stronger action in Sri Lanka, where women still face barriers including party gatekeeping, harassment and limited campaign resources. Education: Nigeria’s Onelife Initiative has launched a community literacy programme for children who attend school while working as street traders.
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