AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoTransport Shutdown: Kenya’s nationwide matatu and PSV strike is now in day two after talks failed to calm fuel-price anger, leaving commuters walking and schools disrupted; transport leaders say they’ve agreed diesel and kerosene should be “at par” but are still pushing for further cuts, while President Ruto has ordered urgent talks led by DP Kindiki and CS Mbadi, Chirchir, Wandayi and Murkomen. Fuel Protests Toll: Monday’s unrest turned deadly with reports of 4 deaths and 30 injuries as police fired tear gas, roads were blocked with burning tyres, and hundreds were arrested. DRC Ebola Alarm: The DRC reports 118 suspected Ebola deaths as the outbreak spreads, prompting WHO emergency action and fresh supplies. Regional Energy Deal: Uganda’s 20% stake in Kenya Pipeline Company gives Kampala new say over transport and storage tariffs and key leadership decisions. Stablecoin Push: Mastercard and Yellow Card plan stablecoin-enabled payment pilots across Africa, starting with Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, South Africa and UAE. Industry Pressure: Kenya’s manufacturers warn performance is slipping as costs rise and cheap imports bite.
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