AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoHuman Rights Watch: Congo’s Human Rights Observatory says “Zéro Kuluna” arrests have led to 561 enforced disappearances, urging names, independent inquiries and prosecutions. Wildlife Repatriation: Nigeria Customs completed its first full-cycle international wildlife operation by repatriating rescued baby gorilla “Bili” to the Republic of Congo, with DHL logistics and CITES support, returning her to Tchimpounga near Pointe-Noire. Business & Investment: Sedima, Senegal’s poultry giant, plans a $35m integrated poultry complex in Congo’s Pool department, aiming to produce thousands of tonnes of feed crops and broiler chicken annually. Finance & Development: The World Bank Group appointed Charlotte Ndaw Sako as its resident representative for Congo, signaling a push to turn its Congo portfolio and pipeline into results. Infrastructure: Congo targets a late-2026 launch for its delayed national data centre after assurances from contractor Sumec. Energy & Industry: Zanaga reports major improvements in the economics of its Congo iron ore project, including potential cash-cost savings and talks on up to $500m financing. Diplomacy & Diaspora: Congo’s consular delegation in Lyon held a “mbongui” with nationals, focusing on passports, consular services and election participation.
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