AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoGold & Industrial Value-Chain: Afreximbank says it will build a new gold refinery in Egypt by end-2026, investing $50m–$100m, with production targeted for 2027–2028 to deepen Africa’s refining and trading ecosystem. Cross-Border Energy Infrastructure: Algeria’s SONATRACH has broken ground on its section of the Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline, linking Nigeria–Niger–Algeria to feed Mediterranean routes into Europe. Urban Housing & Rights: South Africa’s Ekurhuleni faces a court-ordered halt to further demolitions at the N12 settlement, with temporary accommodation required for displaced residents. Roads, Land & Compensation: Kenya’s KeNHA warns roadside traders on three highways will get no compensation once demolitions start after a 30-day notice. Construction for Livestock & Jobs: Nigeria’s Plateau state begins a modern abattoir and veterinary hospital in Barkin Ladi, targeting 500 cattle and 200 tonnes of poultry daily and thousands of jobs. Office Space Costs: Turner & Townsend links higher Grade A office demand and supply gaps to rising fit-out costs across African cities like Nairobi, Lagos and Johannesburg. Regional Trade & Logistics: Mozambique launches Trans-Log Moz 2026 in Maputo (Nov 4–5) to position the country as a coast-to-corridors transit hub. Real Estate Dealmaking: Egypt’s EK and Grova partner on a $5.25bn West Cairo mixed-use development in 6th of October City.
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