AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoLNG & Energy Infrastructure: South Africa’s Zululand Energy Terminal (ZET) has launched an expression of interest for an LNG import terminal at Richards Bay, with later steps moving to RFI/RFP and a push for local skills and supplier participation. Aviation & Connectivity: Uganda Airlines signed a Boeing deal for eight passenger aircraft plus two converted freighters to expand passenger and cargo routes across Africa. Airports Upgrade: The AfDB approved Sh650bn for Uganda’s Arua Airport upgrade, including a longer runway, new terminal and cargo facilities to boost regional trade. Maritime & Trade: Zanzibar plans a US$560m free port at Mangapwani to build logistics parks and warehousing for East Africa–Middle East shipping and transhipment. Logistics Disruption Risk: South African exporters warned planned protests could disrupt port supply chains even as waterside operations are expected to continue. Security & Border Enforcement: WCO-EU Operation ZAFIRO coordinated general aviation crackdowns across West and Central Africa to curb illicit cargo movement. Mobility & Social Impact: Bolt donated ₦5m to SOS Children’s Villages Nigeria after its “Rides That Care” campaign. Drug Smuggling Case: A former BBC actress, Emaa Hussen, was charged in Australia over an alleged 320kg meth shipment hidden in charcoal bags from Ghana.
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