AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoFuel-Fueled Anger: Kenya’s latest fuel price jump is sparking protests and shortages, with riders and small traders saying diesel budgets have doubled overnight and pumps are running dry in parts of Nairobi. SME Pressure: In South Africa, the jobless rate keeps climbing—345,000 jobs lost in four months—squeezing SMEs as demand weakens. Power Line Compensation: Nigeria’s TCN and AfDB have started Phase 2 compensation for the Alaoji–Onitsha transmission upgrade, including livelihood support for traders along the corridor. Banking Calm After Court: Ecobank Ghana says it’s operating normally after a court ruling, stressing its financial position remains strong. Creative Economy Push: IFC and Masai Ujiri’s Zaria Group are backing a sports-and-entertainment district plan starting in Kigali and Nairobi. Gold Race Warning: Ghana’s mines lobby warns Côte d’Ivoire is moving fast to steal gold dominance with a more predictable investment climate. Policy Data Boost: OECD pledges stronger economic and investment data support for Nigeria’s reforms.
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