AGP Executive Report
Last update: 41 minutes agoFood Security & Health: A Ghana-based food scientist says Africa must reclaim its plate by investing in indigenous crops, cutting the $97bn imported-food bill (2021–2023), and tackling diet-related diseases as refined carbs and sugars rise. Climate Finance: A Nairobi forum warns Africa’s climate gap is $125bn a year versus $30bn mobilised, pushing for more subnational funding to scale local climate action. Elections & Democracy (Nigeria): In Ekiti State, ADC candidate Dare Bejide rejects the governorship result, alleging vote-buying and intimidation, while INEC declared APC’s Biodun Oyebanji re-elected with 319,224 votes. Elections & Youth (South Africa): The IEC praises strong youth turnout in Ekurhuleni ahead of November 4 polls, with young first-timers focused on jobs, services, and accountability. Infrastructure & Trade (Kenya): Kenya Ports Authority moves on a Moyale dry port and Lake Turkana ferry plans to boost northern trade and regional integration. Energy & Industry: OPEC projects Africa needs about $92bn in refining investments through 2050, spotlighting Nigeria’s Dangote and BUA’s Akwa Ibom refinery plans. World Cup (Cape Verde): Cape Verde earns a 2-2 draw with Uruguay, keeping their unbeaten run alive and raising knockout hopes.
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