AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoSouth Africa’s Budget: Government debt has stabilised at 78.4% of GDP, helped by stronger revenue, but the growth forecast was cut to 1.2%. Treasury also announced temporary fuel-levy cuts worth R10bn. Energy Investment: Aliko Dangote acquired a 25% stake in Kenya Pipeline Company for about $327m, adding distribution infrastructure to his planned 700,000-barrel-a-day refinery in Lamu. Nigeria Banking: JPMorgan deposited N50bn with the Central Bank of Nigeria as it moves closer to a merchant banking licence, targeted by 2027. Capital Markets: Congo’s $1.55bn sovereign bond debut in Dubai is prompting debate over African debt strategies and investor appetite. Financial Hub: South Africa’s Reserve Bank is consulting on rules for a proposed centre that would let firms manage global investment portfolios from the country. Kenya Markets: Foreign investors reduced their KCB Group stake by 23.6 million shares in the quarter, while local investors increased their holdings. Startup Funding: Nigerian startups raised $635m, putting the country back at the top of Africa’s funding rankings.
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