AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoUS Visa Overhaul: The US will permanently stop routine visa services at its Abuja embassy and 24 other African missions from Aug 1, shifting processing to 20 regional hubs. Digital Finance & Media: AfricaNenda trains journalists in Abidjan to help Africans understand and trust inclusive instant payments, aiming to speed adoption across the continent. Mining & Exploration (Côte d’Ivoire): Montage Gold says drilling at its Wendé greenfield project in Côte d’Ivoire has confirmed continuity at the Bobosso target, with multiple high-grade intercepts, as it pushes toward a maiden resource. Oil & Gas Contracts: Saipem wins over $3bn in Eni-related awards this month, including Baleine Phase 3 offshore Côte d’Ivoire work involving major subsea and pipeline installation. Gold Deal Shock: Allied Gold’s $5.5bn acquisition by Zijin collapses after conditions weren’t met, but Zijin still plans a ~$295m strategic stake. Transport & Trade: CMA CGM reports solid Q2 performance as shipping and terminals grow despite geopolitical and macro uncertainty. Accountability Watch: UN experts renew calls for justice for Côte d’Ivoire toxic waste victims from the Probo Koala case, saying remedies remain elusive after 20 years.
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