AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoEnergy & Policy: FutureCoal expands its Africa chapter, arguing coal and energy security debates are now global and Africa can’t afford “fragmented voices,” with Mike Teke calling for coordinated action on technology, investment and industrial growth. Diamonds & Jobs: De Beers sale talks are nearing completion “within weeks,” with Botswana, Namibia and Angola among countries seeking equity stakes; meanwhile Petra Diamonds workers at Finsch downed tools over salary fears tied to business rescue. Health & Leadership: Merck Foundation’s Africa Asia Luminary brought together First Ladies and health experts to push practical improvements in healthcare capacity across Africa and Asia. Wildlife & Conservation: Tanzania’s elephant numbers rebounded to 66,714 (from 46,408 in 2014), while Botswana is cited as the continent’s top elephant holder—highlighting shifting conservation pressures and human-wildlife conflict. Botswana Tech/Industry: Fabtech Technologies secured a turnkey contract for HVAC and clean room systems for the Botswana Vaccine Institute, supporting medical lab infrastructure growth. Education & Innovation: Botho University’s value-for-money review highlights government sponsorship of 2,500+ students and a push to strengthen links with private education providers.
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