AGP Executive Report
Last update: 19 minutes agoMedia Freedom Under Pressure: Uganda’s army chief ordered the shutdown of Nation Media Group outlets, with rights groups and press councils calling for immediate reopening and an end to harassment of journalists. Brand Expansion in Africa & Beyond: Vivo Energy completed its acquisition of TotalEnergies Marketing Jordan, bringing the Engen brand to Jordan and replacing TotalEnergies forecourts over coming months. Creative & Marketing Industry Growth: VIRTUE Asia launched VIRTUE Arabia in Dubai, expanding its creative network across Asia, India and the Middle East. Africa’s Economic Narrative: Afreximbank CEO George Elombi renewed calls for an African-owned credit ratings agency, arguing foreign ratings shape borrowing costs unfairly. Energy & Infrastructure Messaging: Afreximbank backed Dangote’s push for Africa’s energy self-sufficiency, including refinery capacity expansion and plans for regional storage and refineries. Consumer Trust & Safety Campaigns: South Africa’s auto industry launched a joint campaign to inspect and replace about 1.7m defective airbags, working with regulators and consumer bodies. Public Health & Risk Communication: Congo’s Ebola outbreak coverage highlights rapid spread and the need for early detection, with treatment centres already under strain.
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