AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoCricket Shake-Up: The ICC is weighing major World Cup and World Test Championship changes, including a smaller 50-over World Cup and new stages, with South Africa, Namibia and Zimbabwe set to co-host the 2027 tournament. Data Centres & Digital Growth: Raxio plans to enter Tanzania with a Dar es Salaam facility (TZ1) as African data-centre demand keeps climbing, while Nigeria pushes for more digital infrastructure alongside roads and power. Health & Immunisation: New malaria vaccine rollouts show real progress in Africa, but the big test is getting children to complete all four doses. Regional Trade: Namibia and South Africa will meet to cut cross-border barriers and boost logistics for processed goods, aiming to strengthen regional value chains under AfCFTA. Energy & Industry: Nigeria’s upstream reforms are framed as a “competitive era” for oil and gas, and debates continue over mega-refinery choices in East Africa. Governance & Security: Zimbabwe launches the African Peer Review Mechanism, while West and Central Africa back a Gulf of Guinea rapid reaction maritime task force to fight piracy and illegal fishing. Sports & Talent: FutbolConect launches a digital hub to connect African football players, scouts and clubs.
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