AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoFuel Trade: Botswana is exploring supply deals with Côte d’Ivoire, Angola and Aliko Dangote to diversify fuel imports and reduce shortage risks; no volumes or prices have been announced. Food Imports: Côte d’Ivoire’s potato imports rose 45% in value in the first nine months of 2026, reaching $12.5 million. Domestic production remains tiny, leaving the country heavily reliant on overseas suppliers. Gold Mining: Perseus Mining reported 56,721 ounces from its Ivorian mines in the September quarter, contributing to output above plan across its operations. Separately, Canada-listed Waraba Gold agreed to pay up to $3.3 million for control of a larger Ivorian gold corridor. Cocoa: Researchers are developing climate-resilient cocoa varieties as erratic rainfall threatens a crop that supports millions of people and accounts for about 15% of the economy. Eleven promising varieties are being tested, with eventual commercial release planned.
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