AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoAI Policy Push: Mozambique has opened public consultation on a draft National Artificial Intelligence Strategy (May 4–June 4), with plans for AI regulatory sandboxes and a push to become a regional hub for data centres and cloud services, backed by new cybersecurity and cybercrime laws. Trade & Connectivity Pressure: Malawi’s AfCFTA gains are at risk as poor transport, border delays and visa limits keep costs high and slow goods movement. Energy Shock Spillovers: Iran-linked aluminium supply disruptions are flashing “red lights” for downstream industries, while Middle East tensions are also feeding fuel-price pressure across countries including Mozambique. Governance & Fraud Crackdown: South Africa’s KZN has launched a major crackdown on a suspected R2bn RDP housing fraud network, underscoring how public spending risks can spill into regional politics. Mozambique Energy Project: In Cabo Delgado, a 20MW solar plant in Mecufi is aiming for grid injection by December 2026. Health Demand Outstrips Supply: Long-acting HIV prevention injections are rolling out, but demand is already outpacing available stock in parts of Africa.
Note: AI summary from news headlines; neutral sources weighted more to help reduce bias in the result.