AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoDigital Policy Pause in Nigeria: Nigeria’s government has ordered regulators to suspend enforcement of recently introduced rules for internet platforms and online intermediaries while it works on a harmonised national digital framework. Media & Competition Pressure: Nigeria’s press bodies welcomed Tinubu’s directive for FCCPC to investigate big tech and generative AI platforms over alleged anti-competitive behaviour and threats to journalism. Language Promotion Push (East Africa): Uganda launched a Dawati la Kiswahili competition to boost Kiswahili adoption, while Tanzania’s PM called for new strategies to promote Kiswahili globally at UNESCO. Energy & Trade (North Africa): Morocco’s Marsa Maroc will invest $300m to expand Casablanca’s Port of Casablanca container capacity, lifting Terminal 3 from 600,000 to 900,000 TEUs by 2030. Sports Leadership Talk (Ghana): Laryea Kingston says Ghana’s GFA should take a long-term rebuilding approach for the Black Stars after World Cup exit. Everyday Payments (Africa): SnapX in Ghana says users are selling $50,000 in gift cards daily, reflecting demand for fast cash-out options.
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