AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoEnergy & Food Security: The AfDB approved a new Global Energy and Fertiliser Crisis Response Framework, backed by up to $5.1bn, to help countries cushion shocks and build resilience. Power Preparedness: Tanzania’s Tanesco is stepping up checks and public warnings ahead of El Niño rains to protect electricity infrastructure. Regional Trade & Borders: Nigeria and Cameroon launched the Mfum-Ekok Border Modernisation Initiative to cut delays and speed up cross-border commerce. Agriculture Policy: East African farmers are pushing back on an EAC seed law, warning it could weaken indigenous varieties and farmer-managed seed systems. Climate Diplomacy: Africa’s climate negotiators say the continent must stop reacting and start shaping global climate governance. Business & Investment: Africa is urged to rely more on domestic capital for development, while Korea Eximbank and the AfDB expand financing for AI, critical minerals and green infrastructure. South Africa Watch: Eskom warns rooftop solar owners to register and comply or face disconnection; South Africa’s economy contracted 0.2% in Q2. Sports & Culture: Jordan Hermann’s 150 on ODI debut powers South Africa over Namibia; Jaylen Brown visits the Ooni of Ife and receives a Yoruba name. Humanitarian & Rights: Liberians in South Africa seek urgent repatriation, and US deportees in Cameroon describe fear and uncertainty.
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