AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoCritical Minerals Diplomacy: The US and South Africa held their highest-level 2026 talks in Johannesburg on potential critical-minerals agreements, with discussions described as “very early stage” but aimed at reducing reliance on China for minerals tied to defense, electronics and energy tech. Energy Prices Pressure: Kenya raised retail fuel prices again (May 15–June 14), with diesel jumping hardest as Middle East tensions and Strait of Hormuz disruptions keep crude costs elevated. Nigeria Refining Fight: Dangote Petroleum Refinery filed a fresh lawsuit to overturn Nigeria’s fuel import licences, reigniting a battle over who controls supply in Africa’s biggest downstream market. South Africa Power Trade: South Africa’s electricity exports to eight neighbours are forecast to bring in about R18.8bn for the year to March 31, 2026. Namibia Upstream Update: ReconAfrica says Kavango West 1X production testing is getting closer, with testing expected before end-May and results due mid-to-late July. Regional Climate Politics: Kenya’s methane debate heats up as a lawmaker warns livestock-focused cuts could hit pastoralists’ livelihoods.
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