AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoRegional Trade: Mozambique and Zimbabwe are advancing cooperation on transport corridors, energy and logistics to improve market access and business links. Angola is also seeking to turn China’s zero-tariff policy for African goods into export deals, using the Shanghai import expo to connect local firms with buyers. Investment Climate: South Korea says Nigeria’s unfinished ratification of a 20-year tax treaty is holding back investment; the two countries are seeking to broaden trade into manufacturing and technology. Business Finance: AfDB’s $750,000 programme will support women-owned Nigerian businesses, including 610 Lagos firms through training, mentoring and market access. Dangote says the refinery IPO attracted millions of investors but missed its 10-million target. Energy and Infrastructure: A major West African power link connecting five countries is 75% complete, while the IEA expects Africa and Asia to help drive a global surge in renewable capacity through 2031. Capital for Growth: African business leaders are urging banks and capital markets to channel more funding into productive investment, as October startup funding across Africa fell 58% to $183 million.
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