AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoRide-hailing shake-up: Uber is winding down in Nigeria after 12 years and also shutting operations in Uganda, saying the move is part of a global restructuring that will cut about 10% of its workforce. Health & pharma: Congo’s Ebola outbreak has surpassed 3,000 deaths as WHO-backed response efforts ramp up, while the Philippines’ BAI approved a Vietnam ASF vaccine commercially—an example of how animal-health supply chains are being strengthened. AI startup funding: Askya Investment Partners launches a six-week, zero-equity accelerator offering African AI startups up to $200,000, plus cloud, customers and coaching. Marcom & events: Web Summit Qatar 2027 confirms 70+ global partners as it pushes innovation and startup deals. Energy & infrastructure: South Africa faces new pressure as data centres expand, raising concerns about electricity demand and regulation. Policy & finance: Nigeria inaugurates the Lagos International Financial Centre steering committee to boost investment and financial innovation. Sports media angle: Kenya’s Harambee Stars name a provisional squad for AFCON 2027 qualifiers with Olunga and Okumu returning.
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