AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoEbola Watch: Kenya’s court temporarily blocked a planned US-run Ebola quarantine centre as Central Africa’s outbreak worsens, with Uganda and the DRC reporting more cases. Regional Trade Push: ECOWAS moved to operationalise the ECOWAS Business Council, with Aliko Dangote’s team in talks aimed at boosting investment and cross-border business. Clean Transport Drive: Nigeria’s Tinubu commissioned four CNG projects across Lagos, Abuja and Owerri to expand domestic gas use and cut transport costs. Mining & Jobs Debate: South Africa’s Minerals Council backed transformation but warned employment equity laws can’t replace growth, as it urged skills pipelines. Lottery Legal Battle: South Africa’s new national lottery operator, Sizekhaya, is set to take over unless Ithuba wins its licence challenge in court. Township Retail Momentum: Investors are increasingly targeting township retail as a capital magnet, citing strong local cash flows and rising trading densities. Health Preparedness: Nigeria’s pharmacists’ body issued emergency Ebola surveillance and infection-prevention guidelines despite no confirmed cases. Development Financing Results: The AfDB reported strong 2025 outcomes, including millions reached via electricity, transport and climate-resilient farming support. Youth & Skills: UNDP Tanzania signed university MoUs to boost graduate employability, skills and innovation.
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