AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoAviation & Trade Connectivity: A new Atlantic Council report says Africa has 18% of the world’s population but only 2% of global air traffic, blaming high fares and inconvenient routes for keeping the continent “least connected” and most underserved. Oil & Gas (Ghana): Petrobras has entered direct negotiations for four offshore exploration blocks in Ghana’s Keta Basin after Ghana’s energy ministry approved its application, aiming to replenish reserves as production declines. Regional Services Mobility (SADC/AfCFTA): Tralac highlights progress on SADC’s Mutual Recognition Agreements under Article 7, noting São Tomé and Príncipe is among the few countries that have ratified the Free Movement Protocol. Maritime Security (US Port Watch): The US Coast Guard keeps 22 countries on its port-security advisory list, including São Tomé and Príncipe, meaning extra security steps for ships calling at affected ports. Inflation (São Tomé and Príncipe): Inflation in São Tomé and Príncipe rose to 9.70% in June 2026, up from 9.20% in May, with food and non-alcoholic beverages among the biggest drivers.
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