AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoEbola Watch: U.S. health officials warn Central Africa’s Ebola outbreak could reach 20,000 cases or more without strong public health measures, as confirmed cases sit around 400 with 63 deaths. Public Health Policy: The UAE bars entry for travellers from DR Congo, Uganda and South Sudan amid the outbreak, with transit rules tightened. Ghana Democracy: Ghana has arrested 14 people over false news and offensive speech in under 16 months, sparking alarm over free speech under President John Mahama. Economic Recovery: Mahama says Ghana is seeing renewed growth and investor confidence, citing falling inflation, stabilised currency and improved reserves. Regional Integration: SADC justice ministers adopt legal instruments to boost cooperation, including a Tourism UniVisa and pooled pharmaceutical procurement. Energy & Industry: Eskom signs an agreement to secure LNG infrastructure for its Richards Bay gas-to-power plan, while Africa Finance Corporation raises a record $2bn syndicated loan for infrastructure. Trade & Growth: Ghana’s GEXIM pushes maritime investment and tech-enabled logistics to unlock AfCFTA trade. Innovation & Skills: Afretec signs its 10th university partner, Addis Ababa Science and Technology University, expanding Africa’s tech collaboration.
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