AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoFood & Water Innovation: CSIR-WRI in Ghana says it has turned fish-farm wastewater into a crop-production input, cutting pollution risks while boosting yields like cucumbers. Consumer & Cost Pressures: Kenya’s CPI rose from 145.7 (July 2025) to 155.2 (July 2026), keeping everyday costs on an upward path. Retail & Brand Culture: South Africa’s Shoprite staff went viral with a synchronized uniform dance march, showing how retail brands are winning attention beyond shelves. Digital Payments & Trade Rails: Theparkpay launched a new app to open its cross-border payment rails to individuals and businesses, aiming to reduce fees and delays. Telecom Expansion: Airtel Nigeria says it has integrated 1,000+ new 5G sites in a year and is nearing 18,000 cell sites, pushing connectivity deeper into rural areas. Insurance Sector Update: Nigeria’s NAICOM confirmed seven more insurers met NIIRA 2025 capital requirements, bringing compliant firms to 50. Cybersecurity Watch: Check Point reports African organisations averaged 3,237 cyber attacks per week in July, with ransomware up sharply. Market Mood: Nigeria’s NGX slid again as consumer goods stocks dragged, wiping about ₦613bn in value.
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