AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoCocoa Deal at the Top: Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire reaffirmed a joint push for a fairer, more sustainable cocoa economy, with leaders stressing closer cooperation and more local processing to boost farmers’ incomes. Cocoa Supply Shock: Ghana’s COCOBOD warns output could fall 16% in 2026/2027 due to El Niño-linked weather swings, swollen shoot disease, aging farms and illegal mining—raising fears of tighter global supply and higher chocolate prices. US Visa Bond Policy: The US made its visa bond programme permanent, with refundable deposits up to $20,000 for some business/tourist applicants from 50 countries, including Côte d’Ivoire—potentially affecting travel costs for regional firms and entrepreneurs. Aviation Cost Relief in West Africa: Côte d’Ivoire was highlighted for fully implementing ECOWAS moves to remove selected air transport taxes and cut passenger/security charges, aiming to lower the cost of flying within the region. Mining Expansion in Côte d’Ivoire: Fortuna Mining plans a major Séguéla gold mine capacity upgrade, targeting higher recovery and average annual production of 200,000 oz over the next decade. Trade & Mobility Event: Organisers announced EQUIP AUTO Côte d’Ivoire, a new Abidjan auto industry fair set for 26–28 Nov 2026, targeting 10,000 professionals and buyers across the mobility value chain.
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