AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoCurrency: Old CFA franc coins issued between 1958 and 1985 lost legal-tender status across CEMAC on Nov. 1. In Congo, holders can exchange them at banks, microfinance institutions or the BEAC until July 31, 2027; newer coins remain valid. Youth Employment: Congo’s five-year skills programme targets training one million young people, placing 100,000 in salaried jobs and supporting 250,000 into self-employment. Children’s Rights: UNICEF urged the government to increase child-protection investment and improve coordination. A national forum on children’s rights is planned, alongside work to update social-action policy. Public Services: The telecom regulator reported network disruptions nationwide, blaming power shortages and limited diesel supplies for backup generators. Budget Oversight: Auditors praised Congo’s 2025 budget record, according to reports from parliament. Trade Ties: Turkey’s ambassador projected bilateral trade could exceed $200 million this year, with $500 million set as a short-term goal.
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