AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoGuinea World Record & Longevity (Seychelles giant tortoise): Jonathan, the Seychelles giant tortoise on St Helena, has been named a Guinness World Records “Icon” and reaffirmed as the world’s oldest living land animal at 194 years, with local vets saying he remains in good health despite age-related changes. Health & Safety Capacity (chemicals): Seychelles has held a two-day training workshop to strengthen national capacity to identify and manage hazardous chemicals in trade, supported by UNDP under the GEF-funded ISLANDS project. Tobacco Control (youth vaping): Kenya’s tobacco control coalition is urging Parliament to fast-track the Tobacco Control (Amendment) Bill, warning that vapes and nicotine pouches are increasingly reaching schools and homes. Wellbeing Culture (International Yoga Day): Ahead of June 21, International Yoga Day celebrations continue worldwide, including a Guinness record-setting YouTube live yoga stream in Switzerland. Diplomacy & Health Links (Russia–Africa): Seychelles President Patrick Herminie says he will attend the Russia–Africa Summit in Moscow in October, noting past cooperation including education and health.
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