AGP Executive Report
Last update: 39 minutes agoFrance–Africa Summit Drama: Emmanuel Macron abruptly stopped a session at the University of Nairobi, scolding a noisy crowd with “total lack of respect” and telling them to go outside—while Kenya and France simultaneously unveiled fresh arts, sports and tech partnerships. Africa Forward Deals: Macron announced €23bn for Africa, with focus on energy transition, digital/AI, maritime and agriculture, as Ruto hosted 30+ African leaders. Trade Payments Push: PAPSS is spotlighted as a new rail for cross-border payments in local currencies, aiming to cut the cost and delays that choke intra-African trade. Oil Refinery Race: Tanzania’s bid to host a Dangote-linked mega refinery is heating up as analysts warn it could lose to Mombasa. Transport & Jobs: NTSA reassures staff facing the shift to e-logbooks that they won’t be sacked. Road Upgrade: KeNHA starts procurement for a 142km Isiolo–Mandera upgrade after a KSh28bn AfDB loan. Health & Climate: A charity warns climate change is already altering tea taste, and nurses are celebrated as the backbone of care.
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