AGP Executive Report
Last update: 14 minutes agoCocoa Deal in Focus: Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire have agreed to harmonise cocoa farm-gate pricing and marketing policies after a high-level Abidjan summit, aiming to boost farmer incomes, stabilise the market, align premiums and crop calendars, and curb smuggling and cross-border distortions. Energy & Investment Talks: The African Energy Chamber held discussions in Abidjan with Côte d’Ivoire’s Mines, Petroleum and Energy minister on accelerating upstream development, expanding investment inflows and strengthening energy institutions, as the country pushes long-term growth. Tech & Trade: Cyprus-based Asbis says its Middle East unit has activated a new agreement with Apple to expand authorised distribution across multiple African markets, including Ivory Coast and Ghana, with first shipments already underway. Governance & Integrity: Reports say Ivory Coast forward Elye Wahi was arrested in France on suspicion of match-fixing/spot-fixing ahead of the World Cup, raising fresh scrutiny on sports betting integrity. Business-Adjacent Sports: FIFA World Cup host-city coverage highlights Philadelphia’s early turnout and match schedule, with Côte d’Ivoire set to play Curaçao in the group stage.
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