AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoGrowth and Energy: UNCTAD projects Africa’s economy will grow 4.1% in 2026, but imported energy costs, expensive borrowing and shrinking aid threaten investment and raise costs for businesses. Trade Links: Egypt and Djibouti have signed a protocol to expand market access and investment. Egypt identified pharmaceuticals, fertilisers, food, agricultural goods, electronics and engineering products as potential exports, while Djibouti aims to ease trade barriers. Ports and Food Supply: Red Sea shipping disruption is pushing up costs at Djibouti’s ports. The country’s role as a gateway for Ethiopia’s wheat imports underscores how maritime pressures can affect regional food supply and trade. Fisheries: Djibouti is among seven Red Sea countries working with FAO and WorldFish on sustainable fisheries, with plans to improve data, cooperation and monitoring of pressured fish stocks.
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