AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoRenewables Finance: Standard Bank says funding for renewable power projects in Africa surged in 2025, outpacing non-renewables by 8:1, as solar, wind and battery storage attract capital and jobs. East Africa Budgets: Kenya warns Iran-war shocks could hit deficit cuts, while Uganda expects double-digit growth as oil output begins; the AfDB has trimmed the region’s growth outlook. Aviation & Connectivity: Botswana hosts AviaDev Africa to boost routes and tourism; flynas launches direct Jeddah–Rabat flights from July 4, adding to its Morocco network. Trade & Payments: Qatar Chamber and Ghana’s investment agency explore deals across agriculture, energy, tech and finance; a report on China’s zero-tariff access flags that standards, credit and logistics still block many small exporters. Regional Security: ECOWAS and the AU deepen cooperation on early-warning systems to strengthen conflict prevention in West Africa. Corporate & Governance: Cartrack CEO responds to the death of an employee, saying the company is working with investigators and the family to establish facts. Space/Defense Market Noise: A wave of global market outlooks covers satellites, drones and related defense tech, but offers little Africa-specific detail.
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