AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoDRC Industrial Push: Ministers Julien Paluku and Justin Kalumba toured Lubumbashi, inaugurating factories for underground electrical cables and square tubes as Kinshasa doubles down on industrialisation, import substitution, and jobs. South Africa–Ghana Diplomatic Row: Ghana deferred President Ramaphosa’s planned August visit amid xenophobic violence and fears of protests, while Pretoria insisted it never requested a “state visit,” only arrangements for the bi-national commission. Xenophobia Fallout in Nigeria–South Africa: Nigeria’s Senate demanded written safety guarantees from South Africa and warned it may review ties if attacks continue, as FG evacuation plans for Nigerians expanded. Zimbabwe Power Consolidation: President Mnangagwa signed a constitutional amendment extending terms to 2030 and shifting future presidential elections to Parliament, drawing sharp opposition and civil society criticism. EAC Political Confederation Talks: EAC consultations in Rwanda advanced drafting of the East African Political Confederation constitution, with Kagame urging practical recommendations. Africa CDC Ebola Trial: Africa CDC chief Jean Kaseya welcomed clinical trials for Bundibugyo Ebola therapeutics in DRC and Uganda to guide treatment and improve survival. Energy Partnerships: NNPC GCEO Bashir Ojulari urged stronger global and continental partnerships to unlock Africa’s energy resources and tackle institutional fragmentation.
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