AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 minutes agoEbola Emergency: WHO has declared a public health emergency of international concern as a rare Bundibugyo strain spreads fast in DR Congo, with at least 516 suspected cases and 33 confirmed, plus two confirmed in Uganda, and officials warn the “speed and scale” could surge without a vaccine. Health Policy Clash: Africa CDC pushes back on broad travel bans and U.S. entry restrictions tied to the outbreak, arguing borders alone can’t stop spread and cooperation matters most. Digital Infrastructure: In DRC, the Africa Congo Internet Exchange (ACIX) becomes the first distributed internet exchange in the country, expanding Kinshasa connectivity via a new datacentre presence. Energy for Industry: Tanzania’s PM targets unfair bank collateral sales, while Samia urges reliable power for industrial growth as nuclear energy talks continue in Kigali. Trade Momentum: AfCFTA leaders cite rising intra-African trade and urge faster implementation, with projections of big gains by 2045. Tech Push: Yango launches Yango Tech across Africa with AI and digital infrastructure for businesses and public services.
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