AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoWater & Hygiene Progress: UN-Water reports São Tomé and Príncipe has made real strides toward SDG 6, with basic water access rising to about 80% in 2015, while the tougher “improved, on-premises, available when needed, contamination-free” measure reaches 37%; safely managed sanitation is at 35%, and basic hygiene coverage grew 21% from 2015 to 2024—an impressive gain for a small, resource-constrained island state. Heritage & Climate-Era Preservation: UNESCO’s World Heritage Committee wrapped up in Busan with renewed calls for more inclusive protection, and the spotlight included São Tomé and Príncipe’s plantation heritage—six “rocas” tied to slavery and forced labour—now on the World Heritage List, even as crumbling sites face major preservation hurdles and growing interest from tourism investors. Public Safety & Elections: President Carlos Vila Nova urged that the National Police stay above political disputes, stressing neutrality and respect for the state as the country heads toward major election milestones. Regional Mobility & Services: SADC integration work is pushing Mutual Recognition Agreements for cross-border service providers, with São Tomé and Príncipe named among the countries that have ratified key free movement steps. Cost of Living Watch: Inflation remains a concern across Africa; São Tomé and Príncipe is listed at 9.70% (June 2026), up from 9.20% the prior month.
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