AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoBRICS & Payments: Iran’s central bank governor says Tehran will soon join the BRICS New Development Bank, with BRICS talks also focusing on linking payment systems and digital currencies to speed up cross-border transfers. Trade & Industrial Policy: Nigeria’s House committee chair Jafaru Yakubu says China’s zero-tariff access for African countries can accelerate industrial transformation—if countries build productive capacity to use the new market access. Capital Markets: Nigeria’s stock market slid, with the NGX All-Share Index down 1.14% week-on-week and market value losing about N1.89tn as 59 equities declined. Banking & Sports Sponsorship: Malawi’s NBM CEO Harold Jiya pledged full payment of Scorchers’ bonuses ahead of the WAFCON final, reinforcing the bank’s local brand support. Elections & Accountability: SERAP urged Nigeria’s INEC, EFCC and ICPC to investigate alleged vote-buying and violence in Osun, including tracing funds and preserving mobile-money and banking records. Water & Public Services: South Africa’s water deputy minister David Mahlobo claims 91.3% household water access under the ANC, while residents dispute the figures amid reports of leaking pipes and unreliable supply. Infrastructure Finance: South Africa’s Sanral scholarship programme backs Grade 8–12 learners for 2027, covering fees, transport and support to reduce education cost barriers.
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