AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoLocal Healthcare Products: Morocco’s GIGALAB has partnered with more than 60 pharmacy unions to promote locally made rapid diagnostic tests and train pharmacists in their safe use. Energy Distribution: Aliko Dangote says his group is building a pan-African petroleum network, including a $327 million stake in Kenya Pipeline Company, to improve fuel distribution. Food and Drink: Coca-Cola’s system generated $3.6 billion in value across COMESA in 2024 and supported more than 458,200 jobs. Consumer Spending: South African restaurant group Famous Brands reported lower operating profit and earnings as shoppers remained cautious, though it raised its interim dividend. Export Markets: South African cherry growers are preparing to enter China, with new market access and zero-tariff treatment for qualifying exports offering a route to diversify sales. Retail Investment: UK-backed MOBILIST plans to invest about $1.9 billion in Quickmart’s IPO, deepening international investment in Kenya’s supermarket sector.
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