AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoEbola & School Life: In Congo’s Ebola epicenter (Ituri), classes have reopened despite parents and teachers urging a delay; the outbreak has killed 2,950 people out of 6,100 confirmed cases, while UNICEF backs school prevention efforts. Church & Global South Faith: A Congolese-born religious sister (Sr. Julie Eyaya) is highlighted for sustaining the Church through education and missionary presence as vocations decline in parts of the West. Culture Calendar (Diaspora/Events): Washington DC’s KanKouran marks Labor Day weekend with African dance and drum workshops (Sept 4–6) and a Sept 5 concert at Howard University. Arts & Film Buzz: The 70th BFI London Film Festival lineup is unveiled, including Ava DuVernay’s “14th” and Boots Riley’s “I Love Boosters.” Music & Community: Los Angeles’ Leimert Park Jazz Festival returns with Afro-Cuban and jazz programming, drawing major local crowds. Heritage & Food/Design: Yann Nury’s nomadic dining concept is tied to a rare Jean Prouvé movable pavilion, blending design history with contemporary hospitality.
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