AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoRenewables Push: Côte d’Ivoire inaugurated the 52 MW Ferké solar power plant in Tchologo, a XOF 41 billion project with 73,000+ panels meant to generate 90 GWh yearly and power 370,000 households, as the government targets a bigger renewable share in the grid. Regional Security & Diplomacy: Seven African navies, including delegations from Ghana, Côte d’Ivoire and Cameroon, arrived in New York for America’s International Naval Review 250, underscoring maritime cooperation across the Atlantic. Cross-Border Tensions: Nigeria demanded compensation and a full probe after Nigerian trader Usama Murtala died in Abidjan’s MACA prison following detention without charge, with the Ivorian ambassador summoned and diplomatic talks ongoing. Climate & Flood Fallout: West Africa’s deadly rains continue to hit hard, with Côte d’Ivoire and Ghana reporting dozens of deaths and fears the toll will rise as rescue teams search affected areas. Trade & Logistics: HMM launched a new Europe–West Africa container feeder service linking Spain to ports including Abidjan, aiming to improve route efficiency via a hub-and-spoke network. Energy & Industry Watch: Côte d’Ivoire’s solar expansion also signals broader plans to diversify power and strengthen energy sovereignty for the region.
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