AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoCEMAC/IMF Talks: BEAC Governor Yvon Sana Bangui met the IMF in Washington to revive the stalled regional review that could unlock new programs for Cameroon, Congo and Gabon, with a possible completion targeted for December 2026. Trade & Investment: Cameroon is pushing business ties with Egypt ahead of the Alamein Africa Forum (Oct 2–4, 2026), after Yaounde hosted talks on investment promotion and an Egypt–Cameroon business forum. Health: WHO reports 11 African countries with active mpox transmission in six weeks (1,153 cases, 7 deaths), with Cameroon listed among affected countries. Road/Water Safety: Tragedy in Cameroon waters: two speedboats collided near Tikoro/Bakassi, leaving eight Nigerians feared drowned and five rescued. Energy & Power: GeCAM warns Cameroon’s energy crisis is worsening for firms, citing scarce, expensive and unreliable electricity; meanwhile, financiers show interest in the CFAF748bn Kikot-Mbebe hydropower project despite unresolved final costs. Governance & Rights: A UN report says people cooperating with the UN on human rights face intimidation and reprisals, including through digital surveillance. Justice Watch: In the Martinez Zogo case, court hears about a missing phone linked to Amougou Belinga and communications access. Business Climate: Cameroon awarded audits and contracts tied to power sector performance and port upgrades, including an Eneo technical performance audit and new grain silos at Douala Port.
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