AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoRegional Payments: Africa is pushing to cut dollar dependence by integrating the Bank of States of Central Africa (BEAC) into PAPSS, enabling faster, direct cross-border settlements in local currencies and aiming to reduce transfer costs and delays. Oil & Gas Watch: OPEC crude output rebounded in July, rising by about 1.7 million bpd, with increases reported across several producers including Equatorial Guinea. Aviation & Connectivity: Eswatini’s RENAC says demand for its ground-handling services is rising as more aircraft movements come through King Mswati III International Airport, with talks underway with an additional foreign operator. Energy Markets (Investor Angle): Kosmos Energy’s latest earnings call highlights production guidance and cost targets, including plans tied to its Equatorial Guinea asset sale. Cybersecurity Risk: Interpol warns AI is boosting cybercrime across Africa, with scalable attacks and rising financial losses, calling for stronger defenses and better coordination. Diplomacy & Mobility: The U.S. clarifies that visa processing realignment won’t close its Abuja embassy, while routine visa services shift to a regional hub. Verification Alert: A viral claim about a Gambian leader’s return from Equatorial Guinea was debunked after checks found no supporting proof.
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