AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoMining Tech: One Bullion has started a high-resolution airborne geophysical survey over its Vumba Gold Project in Botswana, with results aimed at refining drill targets ahead of a maiden drill campaign; the company also appointed Joe Van Wyk as Vice President, Exploration to lead expanding programs. Energy Governance: Policy experts warn Africa’s “just energy transition” could repeat extractive-era inequalities unless accountability is built into investment treaties and energy deals, with stronger community protections and oversight. Critical Minerals & AI: Aterian and Lithosquare have begun joint exploration programmes in Morocco and Botswana, using hyperspectral satellite imagery, AI target generation, geophysics, geochemistry and drilling to speed up discovery. Space & Science: Botswana signed the Artemis Accords, joining 68 countries, after launching its first satellite BOTSAT-1 in 2025—another step for local space science partnerships. Digital/Telecom Leadership: MTN Eswatini confirmed Jerry Soko as substantive CEO, effective July 1, as the operator pushes its digital transformation agenda. Education & Skills: A new op-ed argues Viksit Bharat’s foundations must be laid in classrooms by fixing learning gaps early, not just boosting enrollment. Creative Tech/Industry: Limkokwing University of Creative Technology in Botswana hosted a student-led fashion show, spotlighting the country’s growing creative sector.
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