AGP Executive Report

EU Policy Pressure on Sudan: The European Parliament adopted a resolution on El Obeid, citing daily drone strikes and explicitly naming the UAE as fueling the RSF, pushing for action to stop external support. Sudan War’s Regional Power Play: A new analysis says Sudan’s conflict has become a contest for influence, with Egypt closely tied to Khartoum’s military and Nile/Red Sea interests shaping outcomes. Public Health in Crisis: WHO warns Sudan’s cholera outbreak could worsen in the rainy season as conflict and displacement strain control efforts. Agriculture Under Fire: Sudan’s mango sector is in crisis, with war disrupting production, transport, and supply chains, leaving harvests spoiling and farmers struggling to reach markets. Airline Tech for Recovery: BADR Airlines selected Maureva’s EDGAR Managed Services to strengthen revenue accounting and financial control as it expands routes. Microplastics Monitoring: Scientists from 21 African countries, including Sudan, met in Accra to harmonize coastal microplastics monitoring protocols using nuclear and isotopic techniques. Malaria Drug Resistance Watch: New research maps rising artemisinin resistance across East Africa, including along the Ethiopia–Eritrea–Sudan border, raising risks for current treatments.

Sudan Humanitarian Crisis: The UN warns a new catastrophe is unfolding in besieged El Obeid, with “suicide” drones hitting fuel and power, water systems failing, and rising executions, torture, abductions, and sexual violence as hundreds of thousands face worsening conditions. Sudan Food & Supply Chains: Sudan’s mango sector is in crisis after more than two years of war, with disrupted transport routes, higher costs, and damaged infrastructure causing major spoilage and threatening livelihoods. Sudan Health & Malaria Risk: Research highlights rising artemisinin resistance across East Africa, including along the Ethiopia–Eritrea–Sudan border, raising fears that frontline malaria treatments could lose effectiveness. Sudan Aviation & Finance Tech: BADR Airlines selected Maureva’s EDGAR Managed Services to strengthen revenue accounting and financial control as passenger volumes and routes grow. Regional Science Collaboration: GAEC hosted scientists from 21 African countries to harmonise microplastics monitoring protocols using nuclear and isotopic techniques, including Sudan.

Humanitarian Crisis in Sudan (El Obeid): The UN warns a new catastrophe is unfolding in El Obeid as drone strikes, executions, torture, abductions and sexual violence rise, with satellite-linked reporting pointing to damage to fuel, power and water systems and fears of disease outbreaks amid siege-like conditions. Sudan’s War Economy (Mango Sector): War disruption is battering Sudan’s mango industry, with farmers and exporters citing broken supply chains, higher transport costs and spoilage that threaten livelihoods and food security. Sudan & Drones (Frontline Impact): A BBC account describes a drone strike at a fuel station in El Obeid that left civilians injured, underscoring how rapidly escalating drone attacks are reshaping daily survival. Regional Tech for Health (Ebola Response): Uganda plans more Ebola treatment capacity and experts for eastern DRC as bed occupancy nears full capacity and staff delays threaten service continuity. Science & Environment (Microplastics Monitoring): Scientists from 21 African countries meet in Accra to harmonise coastal microplastics monitoring using nuclear and isotopic techniques, aiming for comparable data to guide policy. AI for Humanitarian Work: Cloudera and Mercy Corps roll out an agentic AI assistant to help humanitarian teams turn large, messy crisis data into localized insights. Agritech (Cover Crops for Weed Control): Kansas research highlights how cover crops after wheat harvest can suppress weeds in no-till systems, supporting integrated weed management amid herbicide resistance. Security Tech & Data Sharing (Interpol): Russia calls for expanded information exchange with Sudan’s interior ministry via Interpol, alongside staff training cooperation.

El Obeid Humanitarian Crisis: The UN warns another catastrophe is unfolding in Sudan’s besieged El Obeid as drone strikes and attacks drive executions, torture, abductions and sexual violence, with satellite imagery showing fuel and power damage that threatens water and health for hundreds of thousands. War’s Tech and Media Trail: Filmmaker Julia Steers’ reporting links UAE backing to RSF atrocities, while separate coverage highlights how drones are hitting Sudanese cities and how misinformation is spreading around displacement operations. Sudan’s Food System Under Strain: A roundup on Sudan’s mango sector shows war-disrupted transport and supply chains causing spoilage and pushing the industry toward collapse. Regional Tech/Health Signals: A veterinary cold-chain market forecast points to growing demand for temperature-controlled delivery of vaccines and biologics, relevant to fragile health systems. Security Cooperation: Russia calls for expanded information-sharing with Sudan via Interpol, alongside staff training talks. Economy and Poverty: UN reporting says Sudan’s poverty rate has surged from 45% to 73% since the war began, deepening pressure on families and services.

Humanitarian Crisis in Kordofan: The UN warns another catastrophe is unfolding in El Obeid as fighting between the Sudanese army and the UAE-backed RSF intensifies, with reports of executions, abductions, torture, and mass displacement. War’s Tech Footprint: A BBC account describes drone strikes hitting el-Obeid, including a fuel-station attack that injured civilians, highlighting how drones are shaping urban terror and siege conditions. Food & Livelihoods Under Strain: A report on Sudan’s mango sector says war has disrupted transport routes and supply chains, leaving harvests spoiling and farmers unable to reach markets. Security Cooperation Signals: Russia’s interior minister called for expanded information-sharing with Sudan via Interpol, alongside staff-training cooperation. Research & Health Systems Pressure: UN-linked coverage notes Sudan’s poverty rate has surged since the war began, deepening vulnerability as humanitarian needs grow.

Sudan War & Humanitarian Tech: The UN says Sudan’s poverty rate jumped from 45% to 73% since the war began in April 2023, as inflation, a weaker currency, and rising living costs push nearly 24 million people below the poverty line. Frontline Drone Impact: In el-Obeid, North Kordofan, residents describe drone strikes hitting civilian areas with UN human rights chief Volker Turk warning of another “human rights catastrophe,” citing killings and injuries tied to June strikes. Defense Tech in Sudan: The Sudanese Armed Forces report shooting down a Chinese-made FH-95 combat drone over North Kordofan, with video later suggesting interception by a Turkish-made Akıncı—another sign Sudan’s conflict is becoming a drone-driven tech race. Regional Tech & Security: Egypt inaugurated its massive “Octagon” strategic command complex, signaling upgraded regional command-and-control capacity. AI & Disinformation: UNHCR warns that AI-fueled misinformation, hate speech, and deepfakes are inciting harm to refugees, urging tech firms to help protect people during displacement crises. Sudan Culture Under Pressure: UNESCO-backed work to modernize and safeguard Sudan’s National Museum highlights how digital security and conservation efforts are being adapted amid conflict.

Drone Warfare in Sudan: The Sudanese Armed Forces say they shot down a Chinese-made FH-95 combat drone over North Kordofan, with video later suggesting it was intercepted by a Turkish-made Akıncı—another sign Sudan’s battlefield is becoming a tech race of imported systems. Humanitarian Alarm for El-Obeid: Reports warn RSF forces are massing for an offensive on El-Obeid, trapping about 500,000 people and raising fears of atrocities similar to el-Fasher, as drone attacks cut the city off. Ebola Research Update: WHO and INRB have opened enrollment for a new targeted-treatment trial for Bundibugyo virus infections in the DRC, aiming to improve survival where no vaccine or strain-specific therapy exists. Public Health & Outbreaks: A Sudanese relief group reports cholera has killed 30 and infected 800 in West Kordofan since late June, highlighting how quickly disease spreads amid instability. Tech for Humanitarian Response: UNHCR warns that misinformation, hate speech, and deepfakes—amplified by AI—are fueling harm to refugees and urges tech firms to help protect information integrity. Sudan Cultural Heritage: UNESCO-backed work to modernize the Sudan National Museum included new exhibition design, conservation upgrades, and IT/security systems, with emergency adaptations after the 2023 conflict to safeguard heritage.

Sudan Humanitarian Crisis: El-Obeid in North Kordofan is bracing for a likely RSF ground push, with UN warnings of a looming humanitarian catastrophe as drone attacks keep cutting the city off and about half a million people are trapped with limited escape routes. Conflict Tech & Civilian Impact: Reports describe intensifying drone strikes hitting schools and fuel infrastructure, underscoring how drone-driven warfare is turning everyday services into targets. Museum & Heritage Protection: A UNESCO-backed effort to modernize the Sudan National Museum—covering collections management, conservation, and security systems—was adapted after the 2023 conflict to safeguard cultural heritage and tackle illicit trafficking. Digital Cooperation: A Beijing press conference announced the 2026 World Internet Conference Digital Silk Road Development Forum, spotlighting AI agents, digital health, and cultural heritage preservation for partner countries. Public Health Watch: A Sudanese relief group says cholera has killed 30 and infected 800 in West Kordofan, with cases reported in Wad Banda and Al-Nahud.

Sudan War & Drones: el-Obeid in North Kordofan is bracing for a major RSF push, with UN rights officials warning of an impending humanitarian catastrophe as the city—home to about 500,000 people—endures months of drone attacks that have already hit schools and fuel infrastructure. Human Rights & Atrocity Risk: Amnesty and UN-linked reporting around el-Fasher have raised fears of an “el-Fasher repeat,” while UN and multiple governments warn of atrocities as ground clashes loom. Digital Silk Road (Regional Tech): China hosted a press conference for the 2026 World Internet Conference Digital Silk Road Development Forum in Xi’an, highlighting AI agents, digital health, and e-commerce cooperation for Belt and Road partners. Public Health (Sudan-Adjacent): A Sudanese relief group reported a cholera outbreak in West Kordofan, with dozens dead and hundreds infected since late June. STEM & Education (Arab Region): The TAMAM Project (AUB) continues scaling school-based reform across Sudan and nine other Arab countries, linking educators to local innovation projects.

Sudan War & Drones: In el-Obeid, North Kordofan, residents report escalating drone strikes hitting schools and fuel sites, with UN-linked figures citing dozens killed and many injured in late June as fears grow of an “El Fasher repeat” amid SAF–RSF fighting. Humanitarian Health: A Sudanese relief group says cholera has killed 30 and infected about 800 in West Kordofan since June 20, with cases reported in Wad Banda and Al-Nahud. Accountability & Rights: Amnesty launched a report on North Darfur alleging RSF crimes against humanity, arguing the pattern is a “playbook” against civilians and calling for stronger international action. Tech & Education (Regional): UNESCO-backed TAMAM project highlights school-based reform across Arab countries including Sudan, connecting educators and funding local improvement projects. Science Policy Watch: A watchdog report says University of Texas medical schools refused to release admissions data, raising concerns about transparency and possible racial bias—an accountability story with lessons for public institutions.

Sudan War Tech & Civilian Impact: Aid workers in el-Obeid say drone strikes are escalating, hitting schools and fuel stations and killing more than 20 people in recent attacks, as UN warnings grow about a repeat of atrocities seen in El Fasher. RSF Siege Dynamics: Residents describe a city under mounting pressure as the RSF targets civilian infrastructure and tries to tighten control, with Amnesty and UN rights processes spotlighting crimes against humanity. Regional Security & External Support: A new investigation claims RSF training camps and supply routes in eastern Libya, pointing to UAE-linked support networks that help sustain Sudan’s war. Education & Capacity Building (Sudan-linked): The TAMAM project, spanning schools across the Arab region including Sudan, highlights school-based reform led by educators and backed by UNESCO-aligned teacher development efforts. Health & Outbreak Preparedness: Coverage notes Sudan’s broader humanitarian strain alongside global Ebola response updates, underscoring how conflict complicates clinical care and outbreak readiness.

Sudan War Tech & Civilian Impact: Aid workers describe how drone strikes are intensifying in el-Obeid, hitting schools and fuel sites and raising fears of an “El Fasher repeat,” as UN-linked figures point to dozens killed in weeks of attacks. RSF Supply-Chain & External Backing: A new investigation says RSF training camps and supply routes in Libya are helping fuel Sudan’s war, with reporting focused on how foreign support networks operate. UAE–Libya–RSF Network: Lighthouse Reports’ director explains findings on RSF training camps in eastern Libya and the UAE’s role in sustaining the conflict, arguing international pressure is urgently needed. Education Innovation (Sudan-linked): The TAMAM project (covering Sudan among other Arab countries) highlights school-based reform research and teacher leadership efforts, connecting educators across 79 schools and 130 local improvement projects. Health & Outbreak Response (Sudan region): Coverage notes WHO response efforts to Ebola in DR Congo while warning that escalating violence in Sudan is driving displacement and complicating regional health security.

El Obeid Under Drone Fire: Reports from el-Obeid in North Kordofan describe intensified RSF drone strikes hitting schools and fuel sites, with UN-linked figures citing dozens killed in a few weeks and fears of an “El Fasher repeat.” Accountability Pressure: Amnesty’s new findings on North Darfur allege crimes against humanity and ethnic cleansing tied to the RSF siege of El Fasher, adding fuel to international accountability efforts. War Tech, Civilian Impact: Coverage frames Sudan’s conflict as a drone-driven tech race, including claims of Chinese-made RSF drones and the SAF’s interception of a “hostile” FH-95 over the White Nile. Regional Support Networks: A Lighthouse Reports investigation says UAE-linked support is flowing to RSF via training camps and routes in eastern Libya, pointing to a wider supply chain behind the war. Education & Skills (Arab Region, incl. Sudan): The TAMAM project highlights school-based reform and teacher leadership across nine countries, including Sudan, connecting educators to improvement projects. Digital Trust: An ABC News Verify probe questions an influencer charity’s use of AI-manipulated videos, raising concerns about online fraud and fake humanitarian claims. Health Systems Watch: WHO updates note Ebola response efforts in DR Congo, while Sudan’s crisis continues to strain regional health security.

Drone War on El Obeid: Aid workers say drone strikes on Sudan’s besieged El Obeid hit schools and fuel stations, killing 20+ and injuring dozens, with UN warnings that the city could face an “El Fasher repeat.” RSF Network Exposed: A new investigation alleges UAE-linked support routed through training camps and supply routes in eastern Libya, adding detail to how the RSF sustains its campaign. Accountability Push: Amnesty’s report on North Darfur documents crimes against humanity tied to the RSF siege of El Fasher, aiming to strengthen international accountability. Tech & Conflict: Reporting highlights Sudan’s war becoming more drone-driven, including claims about Chinese-made FH-95 combat drones and their interception over the White Nile. Health Security Watch: Coverage notes WHO moves to expand Ebola response in DR Congo while warning that violence in Sudan could trigger new displacement waves. Education Leadership (Regional): The TAMAM project, spanning Sudan and nine Arab countries, is highlighted for school-based reform and teacher leadership innovation.

RSF War Supply Network: A new Lighthouse Reports investigation says UAE-backed RSF support is routed through training camps and supply routes in eastern Libya, adding fresh detail to how the conflict is sustained. Drone-Driven Battlefield: Multiple reports focus on Sudan’s escalating drone warfare around el-Obeid, with analysts warning civilian infrastructure is being targeted and siege conditions could trigger mass displacement and worse humanitarian outcomes. El Fasher Accountability: Amnesty launched a report alleging RSF crimes against humanity and ethnic cleansing in North Darfur, based on interviews and violations documented between 2024 and 2025—aimed at strengthening international accountability. Tech in the Fight: Coverage also highlights the tech race in Sudan’s war, including claims of Chinese-made RSF drones being shot down and the use of different drone systems around key towns. Health & Outbreak Readiness: WHO coverage notes progress on Ebola treatment trials in DR Congo, while Sudan’s own cholera situation remains a concern amid fragile access to care. Agri-Tech & Biosafety: ISAAA AfriCenter launched a digital biotech and biosafety portal to centralize regulatory data across African countries, supporting safer, faster decisions for biotech trade and approvals.

Sudan Conflict & Humanitarian Tech: Amnesty International says RSF committed crimes against humanity and ethnic cleansing during the siege of el-Fasher, documenting attacks on civilians including children—an accountability push that could shape future investigations. Sudan Siege Watch: UN-backed warnings intensify over el-Obeid as RSF tightens its grip, with drone strikes and infrastructure damage raising fears of mass atrocities and worsening access to water, power, and medical care. Defense & Drones: SAF reports shooting down an RSF drone over White Nile, highlighting Sudan’s drone-driven tech race and the role of foreign-made systems in the fighting. Agritech & Food Security: A fertilizer shortage tied to the Iran war is expected to ripple into U.S. food prices, a reminder that global supply shocks can quickly hit farming inputs and downstream costs. Biotech Data for Africa: ISAAA AfriCenter launches a “Biotec Africa Database” portal to centralize biotech approvals and biosafety requirements—aimed at faster, clearer regulatory decisions for agricultural innovation. Education Recovery: UNESCO supports Sudan to strengthen alternative learning for out-of-school children, aligning accelerated learning programs with the country’s education reforms.