AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoEbola Update: Congo’s Ebola outbreak is still worsening, with reports saying weekly deaths are among the highest on record and the toll is on track to surpass the deadliest period. Regional Security: Ethiopia and Tigray’s TPLF have resumed a sustained round of fighting since the 2022 war ended, with drone strikes reported across Tigray and factions backing the TPLF complicating any unified alliance. CEMAC Finance: CEMAC governments increased borrowing on the regional debt market in July, with Congo among the biggest issuers and average borrowing costs edging up despite stronger investor participation. Congo Basin Environment: A Yaoundé conference is pushing agroecology and biodiversity protection across the Congo Basin, aiming to strengthen food security while building resilience to droughts and floods. Trade & Investment: Namibia’s foreign minister urged the Republic of Congo to boost investment and trade, highlighting agro-processing and beef market opportunities. Conservation Governance: Prince Harry stepped down from the board of African Parks amid ongoing scrutiny over alleged ranger abuses in the Republic of Congo, while the charity framed the move as a governance refresh. Telecom Leadership: MTN Group appointed Ikenna Ikeme to lead group regulatory affairs, as it continues implementing its Ambition 2030 strategy.
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