AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoShipping & Logistics: CMA CGM announced new July 2026 Peak Season Surcharges for routes from the Indian Subcontinent and China, including a US$200 per TEU charge from China to the West Africa North Range that covers Sao Tome and Principe (with some exclusions). Aviation & Tourism: Sierra Leone posted 23% year-on-year growth in estimated passenger arrivals in Q1 2026, while Sao Tomé and Príncipe fell 7%, highlighting uneven regional connectivity gains. Energy Policy: The IEA says 113 countries (plus the EU Commission) have taken steps to cushion rising energy costs linked to the Middle East conflict, with many cutting energy taxes and expanding consumer support. Marine & Fisheries: Cabo Verde’s Guardians of the Sea program marks 10 years, with fishers volunteering to deter illegal activity—an approach relevant to regional maritime livelihoods. Land Governance: A comparative look at compensation for compulsory land acquisition under the Land Use Act 1978 focuses on fairness, valuation disputes, and impacts on farmers and customary communities.
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