AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoEnergy & Infrastructure: Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan has launched the 2,115MW Julius Nyerere Hydropower Project, arguing it will end power shortages and unlock business growth despite earlier criticism. Trade & Investment: The UAE-Russia Trade in Services and Investment Agreement has entered into force, aiming to expand services market access and investor protections. Aviation: Ethiopian Airlines will add daily midday flights to Kinshasa from Dec. 1, 2026, boosting passenger and cargo links with DR Congo. Banking & Finance: Kenya’s Equity Group reported a 32% jump in first-half profit to KSh45.5bn, driven by stronger non-funded income and regional growth. Insurance Regulation: Nigeria’s NAICOM reaffirmed its push to expand Takaful to deepen insurance penetration. Capital Markets: Afreximbank retained its AAA/Stable rating from China’s CCXI for a second year. Digital & Skills: Tanzania’s NM-AIST joined a global AI capacity network to grow local AI research and talent. Politics & Economy (Nigeria): The fuel-subsidy debate ahead of 2027 intensified as Atiku’s camp and critics traded accusations over feasibility and public scrutiny.
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