AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoSatellite Connectivity: Airtel Africa and SpaceX’s Starlink have launched Starlink Mobile in the DRC, letting compatible smartphones connect directly to satellites for SMS and light data without a dish—an Africa-first step that could reshape coverage in hard-to-reach areas. Cybersecurity (Seychelles): Safepal says a plugin flaw led to a breach affecting 39,798 customers, exposing names, emails and shipping addresses (but not wallet keys), raising fears of targeted phishing and scams. Local Tech/Finance: Zoomex added 12 USDT-margined US equity perpetual contracts, pushing 24/7 leveraged trading for major stocks. Energy & Policy: Telangana’s India Energy Summit & Expo 2026 wrapped up in Hyderabad, spotlighting clean power growth, grid upgrades, and large-scale storage plans. Science & Conservation: Research highlights how cheap picnic coolers can help protect endangered animals, while a new study on sperm whale “slow clicks” includes recordings off Seychelles. Regional Development (SADC): Leaders are set to meet in Durban for SADC’s 46th summit, with industrialisation and infrastructure transformation on the agenda. Seychelles Spotlight: A Seychelles honey project explores a geographical indication for local honey, aiming to boost value for producers. Tech & Business (Seychelles-linked): SokoFresh’s solar cold-chain model is expanding into Seychelles and Madagascar, showing how tech can scale food supply.
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