AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoAfCFTA Momentum Check: A new Mo Ibrahim Foundation report says intra-African trade could jump to 53% if the African Continental Free Trade Area is fully implemented, up from 18% today—but progress is being held back by mobility bottlenecks, including a major ratification gap on the AU Free Movement of Persons Protocol (only four countries, including São Tomé and Príncipe, have ratified). Energy & Investment: São Tomé and Príncipe’s STP-ANP has launched a fast-track licensing round for ultra-deepwater acreage west of the islands in the Gulf of Guinea, offering stakes up to 85% in blocks 7, 8 and 9 (with 15% reserved for the state) and a 30 June bid deadline. Digital Finance Policy: The Neves Licensing Authority flags rising demand for modern, cross-border licensing frameworks as fintech expands across jurisdictions and payment systems. Regional Trade Context: Separate coverage highlights how China has become the top goods trading partner for most countries worldwide, reshaping Africa’s trade pull.
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