AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoAlamein Africa Forum: More than 20 African heads of state and business leaders are meeting in Egypt’s New Alamein City for the inaugural Alamein Africa Forum, aiming to link political decisions with trade and investment, with talks expected to cover infrastructure, critical minerals, digital innovation and health. Logistics & Trade: Hapag-Lloyd is expanding in Africa with new offices in Namibia (Walvis Bay) and a Kigali setup serving Rwanda and Burundi from October 1, 2026, to bring customer support closer to landlocked markets. Burundi-US Migration Deal: Burundi confirmed it will accept “third-country” deportees from the US, but only those not accused of crimes or linked to terrorism, with authorities preparing accommodation and community integration. Banking Growth: Burundi is emerging as a fast-growing market by assets for Kenyan bank subsidiaries, with KCB and DTB assets up nearly 30% in 2025. Public Services Pressure: In Bujumbura, national identity cards remain hard to get, with delays blamed on shortages of cards and delivery resources. Business & Compliance: Court rejects ARA’s bid to forfeit about KSh35.4m in an EIS Afrika case, saying the state failed to link the funds to criminal activity. Energy & Health: Uganda’s health workforce export rules are shifting after WHO removed it from severe shortage status, while Burundi-linked reports also highlight risks from an illegal sildenafil-tainted energy drink in Uganda.
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