AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoRegional Payments & Trade: Africa is moving to cut dollar dependence by integrating BEAC into PAPSS, letting member states settle cross-border transactions in national currencies—aiming to reduce up to $5bn a year in fees and speed transfers to under two minutes. Oil & Fiscal Signals: OPEC crude output rebounded in July, rising by about 1.7m bpd; Equatorial Guinea’s production increased by 10,000 bpd, while Nigeria saw a decline. Aviation & Ground Services: RENAC says demand is rising at King Mswati III International Airport, with more ground-handling work linked to increased aircraft movements and ongoing talks with a foreign operator. Cybersecurity Focus: Interpol warns AI is boosting cybercrime across Africa, with identity theft and business email scams driving major losses—pushing governments to strengthen defenses and coordination. Health & Human Capital: Burundi’s high exclusive breastfeeding rates are being used as a model for maternal and child health investment, with WHO/UNICEF urging stronger systems and workplace protections. Local Business Watch: A US Mission clarification says routine visa processing changes won’t close the Abuja embassy, keeping consular work running as services shift to regional hubs.
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