AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoPND 2026-2030 Backed by Private Capital: Côte d’Ivoire’s National Development Programme (2026-2030) got a major boost in Abidjan as Africa Global Logistics (AGL) pledged 800 billion FCFA over five years, aiming to fund logistics and connectivity projects as the state seeks private financing for more than 70% of the plan. Climate & Flood Risk: A new study warns extreme West Africa rainfall is now five times more likely than in the late 1800s, with the heaviest downpours (June 20-22) hitting coastal areas from Ivory Coast to Nigeria and contributing to deadly floods. Cocoa Value Addition Push: Nigeria’s president used the Cocoa Value Addition Summit to argue for keeping more value in Africa’s cocoa chain, with proposals to coordinate with Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire and Ghana to raise farmers’ living incomes. Regional Mobility Rules: The Gambia confirmed visa-free entry for ECOWAS nationals in 2026, explicitly including Ivory Coast, while India published a 2026 e-Visa list that also includes Côte d’Ivoire. AFRIMMA Returns: AFRIMMA unveiled its 2026 nominees after a two-year break, with Davido leading the pack and Côte d’Ivoire artists like Didi B and Josey appearing on the list.
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