AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoMaritime Trade: The Suez Canal Authority says FY2025/26 revenues are nearing $4.7bn, driven by a ~10% rise in vessel traffic and a 22% jump in tonnage, as Red Sea tensions ease and shipping lines gradually return. Blue Economy & Conservation: Kenya’s Our Ocean Conference in Mombasa ended with over 300 voluntary commitments and $6.4bn mobilised, including marine protected areas, fisheries monitoring, climate finance and action against illegal fishing. Maritime Security & Sanctions: The EU’s proposed 21st Russia sanctions package would expand pressure beyond sanctioned “shadow fleet” ships to the service providers enabling them, raising compliance demands for bunkering and related operators. Ocean Enforcement: Kenya and the U.S. agreed visa restrictions targeting individuals linked to illegal fishing, alongside a Ksh12.4bn maritime security commitment. Digital Connectivity: Starlink is live in 26 African countries (South Africa still excluded), with monthly plans around $30–$55 and median download speeds above 100 Mbps, highlighting the ongoing rural broadband gap. Local Skills & Jobs: Coca-Cola Beverages Africa opened applications for a 2026 internship programme for diploma and degree students, offering a three-month, project-based placement. Regional Media Integrity: Journalists’ leaders from Eastern Africa, including Comoros, pledged fact-based, ethical migration reporting after a forum in Mombasa.
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