AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoEthiopia’s Election Update: The National Election Board of Ethiopia (NEBE) released preliminary results from 24 constituencies, with the Prosperity Party winning all but one seat so far, while verification and tabulation continue. Cybersecurity & Trade Controls: Ethiopia’s House of People’s Representatives approved draft laws on cybersecurity for key infrastructures and a revised customs proclamation aimed at cutting contraband and supporting investment and manufacturing. Amhara Corridor Push: Amhara officials say corridor development projects are underway in 43 cities and towns, with Woldia highlighted for road upgrades and new commercial spaces. Ebola Response in the Region: The Africa CDC reported Ebola cases in DR Congo and Uganda have surpassed 600, warning of operational constraints; the EU also announced €16.5m more support after coordination meetings in Addis Ababa and with the AU and Africa CDC. Finance & Markets: United Capital says it has obtained investment banking licences in Ethiopia and Rwanda, positioning itself as the first foreign institution licensed for investment banking in Ethiopia. Labour Migration Rule Change: Kuwait has restricted domestic worker recruitment to 10 approved countries, including Ethiopia, while banning 27 others.
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