AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoEnergy: Vaalco has started a new drilling phase offshore Côte d’Ivoire, while adding production in Gabon. African energy firms are also set to discuss exploration plans and investment priorities at an upcoming industry gathering in Cape Town. Trade and Investment: India and Côte d’Ivoire discussed expanding cooperation in trade, investment, infrastructure and agriculture. Standard Bank, meanwhile, aims to double its West African business by 2030, with Côte d’Ivoire among its target markets. Agriculture: Ivorian cocoa farmers are concerned poor rains could bring the main crop to an early end. Finance and Housing: Shelter Afrique Development Bank launched a CFA60 billion sustainable bond to finance affordable, energy-efficient housing across the WAEMU region. Healthcare Services: A new pediatric cardiac surgery center in Bingerville will provide specialist care for children and newborns, reducing the need for treatment abroad.
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