AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoEcobank Lending Push: Lomé-based Ecobank says it will build a $2.6bn loan portfolio by 2030 for women-led SMEs ($2bn via Ellever) and agricultural SMEs ($600m), pairing credit with training and digital tools to reach hundreds of thousands of women entrepreneurs. BOAD Financing for Togo: The West African Development Bank approved CFAF 82bn for Togo—CFAF 45bn for agricultural mechanization and irrigation (ProMAI) and CFAF 37bn to expand petroleum storage at COMPEL SA, boosting energy security and regional logistics. Togo Visa Reform: Togo’s May 2026 move to waive visas for all African nationals (up to 30 days, with passport and online registration) is highlighted as a rare step toward easier intra-Africa travel. Cyber Risk in Extractives: Ghana’s mining, oil and gas leaders met to discuss how cyberattacks, fraud and AI misuse can disrupt operations and critical infrastructure. Drug Trafficking Crackdown (Nigeria): NDLEA reports a newlywed caught ingesting 72 cocaine wraps at Enugu airport and a separate seizure of 2.55m opioid pills at Lagos’ MMIA. Sports (Togo vs Zambia): Zambia’s Chipolopolo began recovery after losing to Algeria and will host Togo on 29 September, with fans urged to back the rebuilding effort.
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