AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoJustice in Bangui: The Central African Republic’s main court has resumed criminal trials after a two-year pause, aiming to cut prison overcrowding; the August 3–31 session will hear about 30 cases, including homicide, rape, embezzlement and threats to state security. Security and mining: A Swiss geologist and a Central African soldier were killed north of Bangui after armed men kidnapped them near Gbango-Carrière; authorities say a judicial investigation is underway. Deportations to CAR: A second group of 30 migrants deported from the United States arrived in Bangui, following a deal under which CAR hosts deportees in exchange for $81 million. Sports (CAR in focus): The draw for the 2026 U18 Women’s AfroBasket placed CAR in Group A with Côte d’Ivoire, Uganda and Kenya, with the tournament running August 5–16 in Abidjan. US visa policy: The US made its refundable visa bond programme permanent, with deposits up to $20,000 for selected B1/B2 applicants, including CAR.
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