AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoSports: The race for the 2027 FIBA AfroCan is heating up, with one of the 12 qualifying spots to be decided in Douala from October 10-13 as Cameroon hosts Gabon and the Republic of Congo. Environment & Trade: New analysis on the EU’s zero-deforestation rules (EUDR) says cocoa-linked emissions from major chocolate firms have fallen by a quarter in three years, while “deforestation-free” claims rise—suggesting the law is already pushing change before it fully kicks in. Energy: VAALCO Energy reports successful offshore Gabon drilling and says Baobab Phase 5 operations have started offshore Côte d’Ivoire, with first producer well expected near end-2026 and growth targeted for 2027. Aviation & Connectivity: Canada announced an expanded air transport agreement with Côte d’Ivoire, including access to all points, more passenger and cargo flights, and fifth-freedom cargo rights. Digital Regulation: Côte d’Ivoire’s ARTCI is strengthening digital regulation skills at a regional ITU-backed workshop in Douala, aiming to improve oversight as the sector transforms.
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