AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoFuel & Trade Risk: Kenya could see higher pump prices as Strait of Hormuz disruptions tighten global oil supplies and slash observed stocks, with refined-product costs feeding directly into local pricing. Refining Push: Nigeria’s Tinubu vows to revive refineries, promising structural reworking to make them profitable again after years of underperformance. Water Access Under Pressure: Lagos’ plan to concession parts of its public water system draws CAPPA backlash, warning it could shift control over tariffs and metering without transparency. EAC Standards Clash: Rwanda’s alcohol suspension of Kenyan and Ugandan brands sparks a regional dispute; Uganda and Kenya argue affected products meet harmonised EAC standards. Digital Connectivity Leap: Airtel Africa and Starlink launch satellite-to-phone service commercially in DRC, extending coverage where terrestrial networks can’t reach. Consumer Safety Watch: Kenya faces renewed scrutiny over fake Postinor-2 pills, with regulators urging consumers to spot counterfeits. Mobile Money & Markets: Nigeria’s CBN reopens OMO to domestic investors, while NGX trading activity jumps sharply week-on-week. Sports Merch Boom: Malawi’s Scorchers WAFCON final run is driving a surge in replica jersey demand, with stock reportedly running out. Scam Alerts: BBB Scam Tracker flags Lindenhurst among top scam-report cities in New York, with counterfeit product scams most common.
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