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Last update: an hour agoGomoa Industrial Push: Ghana’s MP A Plus (Kwame Asare Obeng) is taking investors to Dubai, China and India to build deal flow into the Gomoa Industrial Fair at the Gomoa Central Special Economic Zone (Nov 27–29, 2026), pitching the zone as a long-term export-led manufacturing hub after a VP site visit in January. Cocoa Pressure in Côte d’Ivoire: Cocoa prices are rebounding (+24% MTD) as below-average rains and farmer protests over unpaid deliveries raise output fears, with officials expected to calm tensions after road blockages and tear-gassing reports. Abidjan Flood Control: A Chinese-built drainage upgrade in Abobo is already cutting seasonal flooding and improving access to paved roads, public spaces and recreation. Mining Competition Warning: Ghana’s mining chief says Côte d’Ivoire is attracting investment as Ghana’s royalty/tax burden rises—an investor-shift story that matters for West Africa’s gold pipeline. World Cup Ripple: Côte d’Ivoire’s match schedule is showing up in US fan plans as the Trump administration suspends the $15,000 visa bond for eligible ticket holders from qualifying countries. Ports & Trade Calendar: Accra hosts the 7th Africa Ports Forum (May 20–21) with a focus on financing, smart/green logistics, digital customs and corridors—relevant for regional industrial supply chains.
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