AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoBroadcasting Investment: Ugandan musician Joseph Mayanja, known as Chameleone, says radio-frequency costs at home led him to invest in Burundi, where he saw more room to launch a station. Green Energy: Econet Wireless Burundi has begun a $6.5 million plan to shift its telecom network to solar power. The first $2.5 million phase will cover about a third of its sites, cut diesel use and reduce emissions. Trade Outlook: Burundi is among the African countries reported to lose preferential US market access under AGOA from 2027, a potential challenge for exporters. Regional Trade: Uganda ran an $809 million trade deficit with EAC partners in August, with Burundi among the countries whose exports to Uganda exceeded its purchases. Climate Preparedness: The EAC’s new El Niño response plan prioritizes agriculture, food security and transport links, including in Burundi, as heavy rains threaten livelihoods and trade.
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