AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoAviation Demand Forecast: Boeing says Africa’s fleet will more than double by 2045, with nearly 1,200 new aircraft needed and cargo freighters rising as logistics and e-commerce grow. Urban Mobility Planning: Cape Town published its draft Comprehensive Integrated Transport Plan for public comment, pushing rail as the backbone and prioritising walking, cycling and public transport lanes. Ride-hailing Shockwaves: Uber’s exit from Nigeria is leaving drivers scrambling and sparking debate over competition and costs, while inDrive says it will keep investing and recruit drivers across major cities. Oil & Transport Naming: Uganda’s crude trading blend “Pearl Sweet” was selected after technical reviews and stakeholder input, setting up how the country markets oil as production nears. Mining Investment Push: Uganda is courting global investors with pitches tied to its $4 trillion mineral potential, aiming to lift mining’s role in the economy. Road Safety Policy: South Africa is considering a strict zero blood-alcohol limit as it targets major reductions in road deaths. Shipping & Security: A police officer in Mpumalanga was arrested over alleged links to a diesel truck hijacking syndicate, highlighting ongoing freight security risks. Digital Infrastructure: WIOCC secured $300m to expand Africa’s digital infrastructure backbone, a move that could support future logistics and connectivity.
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