AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoEbola Alarm in DR Congo: Africa CDC says suspected Ebola cases in eastern DR Congo have surged past 900, with 101 confirmed, as violence and insecurity in Ituri are disrupting contact tracing and care; WHO also reports deaths rising to 204 and warns 10 countries—including Ethiopia and Kenya—are at risk. Ethiopia’s Health and Industry Push: Ethiopia’s Ministry of Health says domestic suppliers now cover over 44% of medicines, vaccines and medical equipment procurement, up from about 8% years ago. E-Mobility Rollout: Ethiopia launched its 2025–2030 E-Mobility Strategy, aiming to cut fossil-fuel dependence and build charging, policy and investment frameworks. Finance Reform at Home: Ethiopia’s central bank eased FX trade finance rules by letting banks approve letters of credit and cash-against-documents for eligible foreign-currency account holders without prior NBE clearance. Africa Day Spotlight: AU marks 63 years of unity with renewed calls for integration and cooperation, while xenophobia fears in South Africa keep testing Pan-African ideals. Kenya Business Warning: KEPSA urges Kenya’s Parliament to amend Finance Bill 2026, warning some tax proposals could hurt jobs and competitiveness.
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