AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoUS-Africa Role Under Scrutiny: African analysts say Washington must rethink its engagement as trade shifts, aid changes and geopolitical rivalry push countries to diversify partners. ECOWAS Airfare Push: ECOWAS meets in Lomé to cut the cost of flying by removing taxes and reducing passenger and security charges. Togo Regenerative Cotton: Togo launches a 3-year regenerative farming programme to boost cotton yields, protect soils and incomes, and cut emissions. Nigeria Security After US Drawdown: The US withdraws most combat troops from Nigeria after an ISIS operation, while keeping intelligence support; Nigerian defence leaders call for stronger, integrated security. Ebola Surge in DRC: WHO reports weekly Ebola cases in DRC at the highest since the outbreak began, with testing and trials expanding. Nigeria Power Investment: EBRD plans $1.5bn in Nigeria over three years, prioritising electricity constraints. India–Mali Trade Forum: India and Mali launch a forum as bilateral trade jumps 55% to $326m. Kenya Disability Inclusion: Kenya rolls out a CBID manual to embed disability-inclusive development at community level. SME Growth via Networking: SMEs increasingly turn to partnerships and business matchmaking to expand amid tight credit. Ghana–Russia Party Accord: Ghana’s NDC signs cooperation with Russia’s United Russia Party to deepen political collaboration.
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