AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoSouth Korea–Africa ties: Foreign ministers from 50 African countries met in Seoul to push closer cooperation on supply-chain disruptions and shared growth, with Tunisia pitching itself as a “strategic gateway” for diversification. Smart industry in Ghana: Vilacesti’s chief says a Korea-linked smart industrial park near Accra will blend AI, manufacturing, research and startup incubation. AfCFTA and women: Business leaders urged women to lead trade under AfCFTA, arguing inclusion is key to transformation. Xenophobia fallout: Ghana’s President John Dramani Mahama condemned xenophobic attacks in South Africa, stressing African unity and free movement under AfCFTA. AfDB finance reform: Governors endorsed the AfDB’s “Four Cardinal Points” push to reform Africa’s financial architecture, alongside a new clean cooking program. Health and Ebola watch: The UAE warned against travel to DR Congo, Uganda and South Sudan as Ebola concerns rise. Nigeria health upgrades: Tinubu commissioned emergency medical services and ambulances to strengthen healthcare delivery. Brand and business: Dangote was named Africa’s Most Admired Brand for an eighth straight year.
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