AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoEbola Alarm Escalates: The WHO says the Ebola outbreak in eastern DRC is spreading faster than expected, with nearly 600 suspected cases and at least 139 suspected deaths reported so far, and concerns that it was circulating for weeks before detection; cases have also been linked across borders into Uganda, including Kampala. Lake Victoria Pressure Builds: Tanzania is urging stronger EAC cooperation to protect Lake Victoria as the EAC releases its first Lake Victoria Basin report warning of worsening pollution and environmental decline. Trade Boost for Coffee: China’s zero-tariff policy for African partners is already reshaping coffee flows, with Shanghai customs streamlining clearance and African exporters benefiting from tariff-free access. Ports and Connectivity Push: Zambia’s interest in a greenfield rail link to Mpulungu is gaining momentum as Burundi’s region looks to upgrade Mpulungu Port to lift cargo capacity. Fuel Costs Still Bite: East Africa remains uneven on fuel availability, while Kenya’s recent transport disruptions show how quickly price shocks can spill into daily life.
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