AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoAviation & Connectivity: A new Atlantic Council report says Africa has 18% of the world’s population but only 2% of global air traffic, blaming high costs and hassle for weak intra-continental links. Energy & Exploration: Petrobras is seeking to negotiate offshore oil exploration in Ghana for four blocks in the Keta basin after the energy ministry approved its eligibility—no drilling commitments or timelines yet. Carbon Capture Tech: Petrobras has awarded Halliburton a contract for drilling and completing four wells for its carbon capture and storage pilot in Rio de Janeiro state, tied to the Sao Tome CCS effort and aiming to capture up to 100,000 tonnes of CO2 annually. Civic Space & Tech-Ready Governance: An analysis highlights that most of Sub-Saharan Africa has restricted civic space, while only Cabo Verde and São Tomé and Príncipe are considered open—framing how openness can boost transparency and investor confidence. Regional Context: Separate coverage ranks Nigeria among the world’s poorest by GDP-PPP per capita and notes Abuja’s rising luxury dining scene amid high inflation.
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