AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoSouth Africa’s Vote: With more than 60% of ballots counted, the ANC had about 32% and the DA 26%, pointing to a sharp loss for the governing party. Turnout reached 54.5%, and coalition talks could shape control of major cities. Climate Risks: New analysis warns a powerful El Niño could bring severe drought to parts of southern Africa and heavier rain to East Africa, putting millions at risk and sharpening calls for water security and climate finance. Energy Infrastructure: Namibia has launched Dangote’s $2.5 billion fuel-storage and pipeline project near Walvis Bay. It could strengthen regional supply, but lower pump prices will depend on costs and execution. Intra-African Trade: Trade within the continent remains below 17% of total trade. Experts are urging simpler cross-border rules, shared digital documents and connected payment systems to make AfCFTA work in practice. Cameroon Crisis: The African Bar Association is calling for international mediation and transitional justice to address a decade of violence in the country’s English-speaking regions.
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